Protection Specialist

The Field Service Protection Engineer position is available in Muscat, Oman. This role involves leading the development of standardized solutions for protection, automation, and control products.

• This technical expert will work with the Product Line Management Team, Sales Team, and Engineering teams to create innovative solutions.

1. Testing and commissioning of Siemens Protection & Automation products.
2. Conducting witness tests with customers for Protection Panels, LIBBP, HIBBP, DFR, PMU, AVR etc.
3. Preparation of Commissioning Procedures for various customers (SAT / FAT Protocols, Method Statements, etc.)
4. Preparation of relay configuration files for projects/relay standardization work.
5. Providing training to customers on Siemens Protection & Automation products.
6. Fault Investigation and Root cause analysis.
7. Feedback on Product issues and Product Approvals.
8. Reporting to the Local Team Head for Protection Commissioning.

• Minimum Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical/Electronics & Communication/Electronics)
• Working experience in a multicultural environment. Commissioning of Protection & Automation Products/System preferably with experience between 6 to 8 years.
• Ready to work on remote sites.
• Essential to have an Oman driving license or have a driving license from a country that Oman recognizes for conversion.
• Experience working in the Transmission grid stations, Oil & Gas industries preferred.
• Previous working experience in Oman with DCRP, OETC & PDO approval will be an added advantage.
• Must be familiar with Siemens Protection & Automation Products such as SIP4/SIP5/Reyrolle/Power Quality/Disturbance recorder/PMU/ARC fault protection etc.
• Proficiency in DIGSI 4, 5, and Reyrolle software and applications.
• Technical product know-how, Relay communication software, IEC61850 communication, GOOSE applications, Preparation of control logics in BCPU/BCU, creation of scd/icd/cid files, knowledge of other communication protocols.
• Thorough knowledge of OMICRON Test Equipment with Test Universe TU4.20 & higher with all test modules such as Distance/Advanced distance/Line differential/Transformer differential/State sequencer/Ramping/OCC files/Trans play/Annunciator etc.
• 400kV/220kV/132kV Protection schemes & logic for line distance protection, line differential protection, communication schemes, transformer main & backup protection, low impedance/high impedance bus bar protection in a transmission sub station.
• Line differential protection secondary stability test by using CMGPS kits & primary stability test, Transformer/Shunt reactor/series reactor differential/REF stability test.
• Familiarity with new technologies such as process bus/RTU etc.
• Knowledge of competitor products will be an added advantage.
• Initiative-taking and be a collaborator with effective communication skills.
• Language skills – Business level English, effective communication, and presentation skills.

• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• An environment where everyone can bring their whole self and feel a sense of belonging.
• The foundation to develop personally and expertly.
• Vast variety of learning & development opportunities.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits packages. If you are a motivated teammate, eager to learn new things and looking to grow your career in a strong and forward-thinking company, apply today. Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work. Siemens is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate unlawfully on any grounds. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.