Substation Design Engineer
- Delhi
- Permanent
- Full-time
Min Experience: 5 years
Location: NCR
JobType: full-timeRequirementsWe 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.
- 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.