Substation Design Engineer

7 days ago

Delhi, India Weekday AI Full time

This role is for one of Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 5 years
Location: NCR
JobType: full-time

Requirements

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Substation Design Engineer to join our Power and Utilities Engineering team. The role involves the end-to-end design of high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) substations, ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, project managers, and clients to design substations that support transmission and distribution networks efficiently. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong foundation in electrical engineering and proven expertise in substation layout, equipment specification, and protection/control systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Substation Design & Layout

  • Develop detailed electrical designs for HV/MV substations, including single line diagrams (SLD), general arrangements, grounding layouts, and control schematics.

  • Perform equipment sizing, cable routing, and panel design in line with client and regulatory requirements.

  • Ensure optimal use of space, safety clearances, and adherence to design codes and standards.

  • Equipment Selection & Specifications

  • Specify substation equipment such as power transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, isolators, CTs/PTs, surge arresters, batteries, and control panels.

  • Evaluate vendor proposals, review technical data sheets, and participate in vendor meetings.

  • Protection & Control Systems

  • Design protection, metering, and control systems for substation automation.

  • Develop relay coordination studies, SCADA integration plans, and communication protocols.

  • Project Engineering & Coordination

  • Collaborate with civil, structural, and mechanical teams to ensure integrated substation designs.

  • Coordinate with project managers, utility providers, and contractors to deliver designs on schedule.

  • Conduct design reviews and resolve technical issues throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Compliance & Standards

  • Ensure compliance with international and regional standards such as IEEE, IEC, NEC, NESC, and utility-specific guidelines.

  • Perform design checks, safety analyses, and risk assessments.

  • Documentation & Deliverables

  • Prepare and review technical drawings, BOQs (Bill of Quantities), and design documentation.

  • Support tender preparation, bid evaluation, and proposal development.

  • Continuous Improvement

  • Stay updated on advancements in substation automation, digital substations, renewable integration, and smart grid technologies.

  • Recommend innovative design practices and tools to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in substation design for utilities, EPC firms, or consulting organizations.

  • Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in substation design software (AutoCAD, ETAP, EPLAN, CYME, or similar).

  • Strong knowledge of power system design, grounding, protection, and control.
  • Familiarity with SCADA systems, protection relays, and communication protocols.

  • Exposure to renewable energy interconnection and smart grid technologies is a plus.

  • Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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