COE Technical Manager-Surge Arrester

This is a full time role with our global client.Summary The COE Technical Manager is essential for driving the design and development of LV to EHV Electrical products primarily for Surge arresters/Insulators required for establishing TE SA COE for IEEE business which can also be leveraged for IEC (domestic portfolio). The role needs a full understanding of the system architecture where the Surge Arrester is used in Transmission lines, Substations / Switch gear applications and design considerations impacting the product parameters and performance. The current team lacks the specialized expertise required for insulation design, electrical stress analysis, and other critical areas, which are essential for ensuring the reliability and performance of Surge Arresters. Convert customer requirements to design specifications and ensure compliance meeting product design, quality and project schedule. Purpose of the Role To lead and ensure the robustness of Electrical designs for LV to EHV products, meeting stringent industry and quality standards and customer specifications. Delivering the Product with full accountability on Design and Quality performance. Setting technical standards, evaluating new technologies, managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance, and serving as the main liaison between technical teams and other stakeholders. Key Metrics of the Role • 100% Design quality • Product cost (Design) • On time delivery (OTD) • First time right designs (DFTR) meeting relevant product standards Key Deliverables • Design and Development: Lead the design and development of LV to EHV products, including surge arresters, Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS), cable accessories, solar products, current transformers (CT), potential transformers (PT), and transformers. • Insulation Design and Electrical Stress Analysis: Perform insulation design and electrical stress analysis to ensure product reliability and performance. • Product Sizing and Power System Expertise: Conduct product sizing and power system analysis, and design both outdoor and indoor electrical systems. • Partial Discharge and Transient Analysis: Perform partial discharge (PD) analysis and transient over voltage analysis to identify and mitigate potential issues. • Circuit Design and Grounding: Design electrical circuits and develop earthing and grounding systems. • High Voltage Engineering: Apply high voltage engineering principles to the design and development of EHV products. • FEA Simulations: Conduct electrical, electrostatic, and magnetic finite element analysis (FEA) simulations. • Short Circuit and Power Arc Analysis: Perform short circuit analysis and power arc analysis to ensure product safety and compliance. • EMI/EMC Design: Develop designs that meet electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards. • Industry Standards Compliance: Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE). • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including external partners and suppliers, to develop and optimize products. • Testing and Validation: Develop test plans and perform design verification and validation to ensure product quality and performance. • Commercialization: Transition of products from design to industrialization and commercialization. Qualification & Experience • Master’s degree in electrical engineering is preferred. • At least 10 years of experience in the design and development of electrical components, with a focus on LV to EHV products preferably in Surge Arresters portfolio. • Strong understanding of electrical circuits, insulation design, and electrical stress analysis. • In-depth understanding and experience in various EHV components such as surge arresters, GIS switchgear, cables, cable accessories, solar products, CT, PT, and transformers. • Expertise in product sizing, power system analysis, and design of both outdoor and indoor electrical systems. • The understanding of Transmission and Distribution systems (Overhead and Underground equipment) is a strong advantage. • Thorough understanding of Cable system and applications from LV to HV. • Strong understanding of Electrical system architecture and impact assessment of equipment on overall system with strength in understanding interconnections between various critical components • Proficiency in partial discharge (PD) analysis, transient analysis, circuit design, earthing and grounding design, and high voltage engineering. • Expertise in electrical, electrostatic, and magnetic FEA simulations, short circuit analysis, and power arc analysis. • Experience in EMI/EMC design.