Requisition ID : 22278
City : MV Manag.
Group overview : Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.
alfanar is involved in :
- Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction
- Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products
- Allied Engineering Services
Our Main Divisions :
alfanar electricalfanar Constructionalfanar Building Systemsalfanar electric
alfanar electric is the industrial arm of alfanar, manufacturing a variety of low, medium and high voltage electrical construction products.
alfanar electric operates industries in :
Riyadh and Jubail, Saudi ArabiaDubai, UAELondon, UKalfanar has a development and engineering center in Chennai, India.
Industrial Complex, Riyadh
The center of alfanar’s industrial activities is alfanar Industrial Complex situated in the Third Industrial Zone on Al-Kharj Road, Riyadh.
Spread across 700,000 square meters, the Complex houses alfanar’s facilities.
The Complex has a comprehensive infrastructure including a data and communication center as well as a commercial zone.
Job Purpose
To design, develop, and validate high-performance operating mechanisms for medium-voltage switchgear, ensuring compliance with IEC standards and product reliability requirements. The role focuses on mechanical design optimization, testing, and value engineering while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, durable, and cost-effective solutions.
Key Accountability Areas
Design & Development
Lead the design of spring, toggle, magnetic, and motorized operating mechanisms for MV switchgear.Ensure kinematic accuracy, energy storage / release, force distribution, and endurance under high-duty cycles.Integrate mechanisms into RMUs, VCBs, and LBSs with proper interlocks, safety features, and ergonomic considerations.Standards & Compliance
Ensure all designs meet IEC 62271-1 / 200 / 103 / 100 standards and other regulatory requirements.Prepare technical documentation to support type testing and certification processes.Testing & Validation
Define and execute comprehensive test plans, including mechanical endurance testing, environmental cycling, and lubrication validation.Analyze test failures, conduct root cause investigations, and implement corrective measures.Optimization & Value Engineering
Recommend improvements in materials, tolerances, surface treatments, and lubrication for enhanced life and reduced costs.Support supplier qualification and component localization initiatives.Collaboration & Mentorship
Work closely with electrical, material, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration into switchgear assemblies.Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to cross-functional R&D projects.Role Accountability
HR Proficiency :
Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the jobDelivery :
Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.Provide a periodic report detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.Problem-Solving :
Solve any related problems that arise and escalate any complex operational issues.Quality :
Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.Business Process Improvements :
Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities as much as possible.Compliance :
Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.Health, Safety, and Environment :
Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products / services.Qualifications & Experience
Academic Qualification : Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or any relevant field
Work Experience : 2 to 4 Years
Technical / Functional Competencies : Quality Compliance; Quality Metrics; Quality Tools and Techniques; Engineering Research; Research Design; Research Analysis; Technical Research
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