Senior CAD Technician – Protection

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and schematics for control and protection panels (400kV to 11kV) for substations. 
• Develop layouts for OHL/UG cable feeders, transformer control, and relay panels. 
• Create and update Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), bus bar protection schemes, and equipment details. 
• Convert and retrofit existing designs (PDF to DWG), ensuring logic matches for new and existing substations. 
• Perform cable sizing, AC/DC load calculations, relay settings, and fault level analysis. 
• Ensure high quality and accuracy of all drafted components, suggesting modifications for performance enhancement. 
• Facilitate implementation of design changes, process improvements, and pilot new products. 
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, electrical) and international counterparts. 
• Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing best practices and technical expertise. 
• Adhere to company and client drafting standards and procedures. 
• Conduct periodic quality checks and support project documentation. Develop and enhance processes, tools, and potentially implement new technologies into the design process.
• Periodic Quality check to be conducted for other engineers & designers.
• Exhibit ingenuity, foresight, and wise decision-making skills in proactively identifying and resolving challenges.
• Contribute to the progress and growth of departmental tools and workflows aimed at improving the effectiveness of design processes, specification development, and project implementation.
• Engage in training sessions and meetings dedicated to addressing targeted organizational initiatives.
• Possess a Diploma or Degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Have a minimum of four years and a maximum of seven years of experience in the field of Substation Transmission & Distribution, Renewable (Onshore & Offshore wind/ Solar), BESS projects.
• Experience on working in Raster image files.
• Preferably familiar with US projects. Experience of working in a drafting & design role on National Electricity Code and other utility Codes and Standards applicable in the US will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Script and E-Plan for Engineering design is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Good Communication Skills

Mandatory Skills

• Substation Protection & Control Design, AutoCAD.

• Hold a Diploma degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Have a minimum of eight years and a maximum of twelve years of experience in the field of Substation Transmission & Distribution, Renewable (Onshore & Offshore wind/ Solar), USA projects.
• Thorough knowledge and experience applying National Electricity Code, Technical Specification, Technical Guidance Notes, and Design Handbooks relating to substation protection & control in the US.
• Membership in a relevant professional Engineering Institution, such as IET, CIGRE, IEC, IEEE, is preferred.
• Possess a strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrates diligence, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly desirable: Proficiency in AutoCAD Software and E-Plan would be an added advantage.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification ("BGV") check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner".