Key Responsibilities Primary System Design Responsibilities may include:
- Development of Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
- Substation and switchyard layouts, including section views
- Earthing and lightning protection system design
- Conductor and busbar sizing
- Technical reviews and design coordination
Secondary System Design Responsibilities may include:
- Protection and metering single line diagrams
- Control and protection schematics
- Termination drawings
- Control and protection panel design
- Relay protection and metering integration
Technical Studies (Preferred Experience) Experience in one or more of the following areas is advantageous:
- Load flow studies
- Short-circuit analysis
- Protection coordination studies
- Arc flash assessments
- Earthing and lightning system analysis
- EMC/EMI studies
- Electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies
- Equipment specification development
- Cable thermal rating and sizing calculations
Experience using power system modelling and analysis software is desirable.
Leadership & Project Delivery- Lead engineering design activities and technical reviews.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Support project planning, scheduling, and delivery.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare and review technical reports and engineering documentation.
Qualifications & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related discipline.
- Experienced in high-voltage substation, transmission, or distribution engineering.
- Proven experience in electrical design for utility, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering standards and industry best practices.
- Demonstrated project leadership and team management capability.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Technical Skills Experience with one or more of the following tools is preferred:
- ETAP
- SKM
- PSS®E
- PSCAD
- DIgSILENT PowerFactory
- CDEGS
- CYMCAP
- EPLAN
- AutoCAD
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