Substation Design Manager

This role is for one of the Weekday's clientsMin Experience: 12 yearsLocation: LucknowJobType: full-timeWe are seeking an experienced Substation Design Manager with deep expertise in the complete electro-mechanical design of mobile substations at 132 kV voltage level. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with strong design, engineering leadership, and project execution capabilities in high-voltage power systems. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end design, integration, and technical validation of mobile substation solutions, ensuring compliance with international standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications.RequirementsKey Responsibilities Lead, manage, and deliver the complete design of 132 kV mobile substations, including conceptual layouts, engineering calculations, BOM, specifications, and detailed drawings. Design and integrate essential components such as Power Transformers, GIS Switchgear, Protection & Control Panels, Auxiliary Transformers, DC Systems, Battery Banks, Earthing Systems, Insulators, Cables, Instrumentation, and HVAC. Ensure optimized design solutions that meet technical, operational, safety, and environmental requirements for mobility, compactness, and rapid deployment. Oversee electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects including trailer/chassis layout, cable routing, interconnections, insulation coordination, thermal calculations, and vibration considerations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including civil, mechanical, protection, testing, and procurement engineers to ensure seamless engineering integration. Review vendor drawings, OEM datasets, material specifications, test plans, and manufacturing quality documents. Lead technical discussions with clients, EPC partners, utility stakeholders, and certifying agencies. Ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards, utility codes, grid interconnection requirements, and QA/QC procedures. Support tender engineering, cost estimation, product configuration, and proposal documentation for mobile substation projects. Guide design reviews, FAT, SAT, and commissioning support for mobile substation deployment. Provide mentorship and technical direction to designers, engineers, and drafting teams. Required Skills & Expertise Proven experience in electro-mechanical design of high-voltage substations, with a minimum of 5+ years specifically in mobile or skid-mounted substation design preferred. Strong knowledge of Power Transformers, GIS, Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors, CTs/VTs, Surge Arresters, Relay & Control Systems, LV & MV distribution, and battery-based auxiliary systems. Expertise in 132 kV system engineering, protection philosophy, insulation coordination, short-circuit calculations, grounding design, thermal analysis, and electrical clearances. Proficient in engineering software such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP, DigSilent, CYME, or equivalent. Familiarity with mobile substation trailer design, mechanical load dynamics, lifting/transport regulations (desirable). Thorough understanding of relevant standards (IEC, IEEE, IS, ANSI, NEMA, etc.). Strong documentation, technical writing, and engineering calculation skills. Ability to manage multiple design packages, vendor engineering coordination, and project timelines. Excellent problem-solving mindset, with strong attention to safety, reliability, and quality in engineering decisions. Education & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field. 12–25 years of professional experience, preferably with EPCs, OEMs, utility engineering teams, or specialized mobile/substation design companies. Experience working on international/mobile substation projects will be an added advantage.