Principal Engineer

Company Description About Enterprise Capabilities Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption Enterprise Capabilities EC is AECOM s primary vehicle for workshare Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality specialist services that help to fill capability gaps resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes Start here Grow here We are seeking a Principal Engineer Primary Substation to join our Transmission Distribution team in India This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineer to contribute to impactful Energy projects across global offices and continue developing their technical expertise in a supportive high-performing team Preparation of designs and deliverables related to primary electrical systems for transmission and distribution projects The tasks may encompass but are not limited to the following depending on project requirements and the design phase Design of primary substation systems including AIS GIS configurations transformer installations circuit breaker selection busbar arrangements switchgear layouts and disconnectors for voltages up to 800kV Preparation of single-line diagrams SLDs general arrangement GA layouts equipment sizing and equipment layout plans for substations and transmission systems Short-circuit force calculations busbar sizing fault current analysis and equipment protection design ensuring system stability and protection under fault conditions Design of earthing systems including grounding layouts ground grid system design and lightning protection systems for substations Design and integration of HVDC and HVAC systems including converter stations ensuring compatibility with the overall substation design Development of transformer layouts including oil containment busduct routing and secondary system interfaces Optimisation of substation layouts for new and upgraded substations considering space constraints equipment accessibility and construction considerations Review and development of control and protection systems for primary substations ensuring coordination with secondary systems and compliance with grid operator requirements Coordination with civil teams to design and integrate foundations steel structures and electrical cable routes ensuring seamless integration with the primary systems Development of equipment specification documents bill of materials BOM and procurement support ensuring the correct equipment is selected as per project requirements Preparation of electrical interconnection diagrams termination diagrams cable schedules and other supporting documentation for the installation and operation of primary systems Detailed design and review of auxiliary systems such as cooling systems auxiliary power supplies and battery systems for substations Underground cable design including cable sizing cable routing and integration into existing systems particularly for HV cable systems Coordination with external vendors and contractors to ensure the supply and installation of equipment in accordance with design specifications and project requirements Qualifications The successful candidate will have the following Qualifications Master of Engineering degree or equivalent education in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited college or university Chartered Engineer CEng or Professional Engineer PE license or equivalent in the relevant field from any global organization e g Institution of Electrical Engineers UK Overall 10 years of work experience is preferred Prior experience in leading large design engineering teams performing Grid Substation design in a global consultancy firm is preferred Experience on HV Plant Design for large EHV Grid Substations is mandatory Previous experience in design teams working for Grid Utilities for e g National Grid Transgrid Transpower Powergrid etc is highly desirable Exposure to International standards IEC IEEE ANSI Australian Standards and Middle East region codes and standards is preferred Previous design experience working with GIS and AIS EHV substation HV Plant Primary design is preferable Very good communication skills Oral and Written in English language is mandatory Additional Information At AECOM our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive As part of this approach we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of 16 1 billion in fiscal year 2024 Learn more at aecom com What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts you ll have the resources to make a real impact Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career you ve always envisioned Here you ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines