Substation Design Engineer

3 days ago

Delhi, Delhi, India Weekday AI Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

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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