AWAD ALMUTAIRI
Riyadh
Summary
Electrical Protection Technician with 13+ years of experience in power generation and electrical protection systems within large-scale utility environments. Specialized in protection and control systems, preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and compliance with safety and operational standards. Strong background in high-voltage power plants, system protection, and continuous technical upskilling through certified training programs. Consistently rated as a high-performing employee.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Instrumentation Engineer
Saudi Energy
03.2012 - Current
- Reduced downtime for critical equipment by developing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Championed innovative solutions for challenging situations, resulting in increased productivity and reduced costs.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, regulations, codes, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge as a Senior Instrumentation Engineer.
- Developed detailed technical specifications to support procurement for major capital projects.
Electrical Protection Technician B
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
03.2012 - Current
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical protection and control systems in power generation facilities
- Support protection system testing, inspection, and operational readiness
- Diagnose electrical faults and support corrective actions to maintain system reliability
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including LOTO and risk mitigation protocols
- Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to support uninterrupted power generation
- Maintain technical records, inspection logs, and system documentation
- Adhere to company and regulatory safety standards across all operational activities
- Previous Roles (Career Progression within SEC)
- PP System Protection & Control Technician D
- PP System Protection & Control Technician C
- PP System Protection & Control Technician B
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Technical Engineering
Technical College of Riyadh
01.2025
Diploma - Instrumentation Skills
Jubail Technical Institute
Jubail, Saudi Arabia01.2012
Skills
- Electrical Protection & Control Systems
- Power Generation Systems (PP Sector)
- Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
- Fault Detection & Troubleshooting
- Relay Protection Systems
- Operational Safety & Risk Assessment
- Fire Fighting & Emergency Response
- Electrical Documentation & Reporting
- Compliance with Utility Safety Standard
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of protection in the development of [ spark plug].
- Achieved maintenance On time through effectively helping with yearly maintenance.
- Documented and resolved which led to planning work orders for the team.
- Collaborated with team of [DCS] in the development of [SAP work].
- Achieved [0 accident] by completing safety instructions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved [safety instruction] by introducing [fire protection team] for [ field test protection] tasks.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of preventative and correct maintenance staff members.
- Documented and resolved vibration trouble which led to generate the power plant.
- Achieved planning weekly order through effectively helping with SAP team.
- Collaborated with team of IC section in the development of fuel line reading.
- Achieved zero vibration by completing balancing the router shaft with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Technical Training
- Power Supplies – Riyadh Training Center
- Operational Amplifier Applications – Dammam Training Center
- Customer Handling & Communication Skills
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance
- Basic Fire Fighting – Riyadh Training Center
- Health & Safety Training
- Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) Procedures
- Risk Assessment in Power Generation Facilities
- Safety in Power Generation Stations
- Fire Protection Systems Inspection & Maintenance
- Defensive Driving & Preventive Safety
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: ARABIC, ENGLISH
Timeline
Senior Instrumentation Engineer
Saudi Energy
03.2012 - Current
Electrical Protection Technician B
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
03.2012 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree - Technical Engineering
Technical College of Riyadh
Diploma - Instrumentation Skills
Jubail Technical Institute