Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Role Summary:The Electrical Substation Engineer will be responsible for the engineering, design, review, and execution of high-voltage and medium-voltage substation projects. The role requires strong technical expertise in substation design, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and support during construction, testing, and commissioning phases.Key Responsibilities:Engineering & Design:• Develop and review detailed engineering designs for HV/EHV substations (AIS/GIS)• Prepare Single Line Diagrams (SLD), layout drawings, GA drawings, control & relay schematics• Perform equipment sizing and selection for transformers, circuit breakers, isolators, CTs, PTs, surge arresters, and busbars• Carry out grounding / earthing system design and calculations• Review protection schemes and relay coordination studiesTechnical Documentation:• Prepare technical specifications, BOQs, datasheets, and tender documents• Review vendor drawings, documents, and technical submissions for compliance• Ensure adherence to IEC / IEEE standards and project requirementsProject Execution & Coordination:• Coordinate with civil, protection, SCADA, and transmission line teams• Provide engineering support during procurement, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and client discussions• Address site technical queries and resolve design-related issuesQuality, Safety & Compliance:• Ensure designs comply with statutory regulations, safety standards, and QA/QC requirements• Support FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities• Assist in risk assessments and HAZOP/HAZID studiesRequired Qualifications:• bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (mandatory)• Experience in electrical substation design or substation project engineering• EIT or PE (Electrical) certification is desirableTechnical Skills & Competencies:• Strong knowledge of HV/EHV substation design (12kV and above)• Experience with AIS and GIS substations• Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD / MicroStation• Experience with ETAP / CYME / SKM (preferred)• Knowledge of protection systems, SCADA, and control systems• Familiarity with IEC / IEEE standards• Good understanding of EPC project lifecycle