HV Design Engineer

Role & responsibilities

Position may include leading or executing the following assignments:

• Preparation of proposals and scope development, including conceptual designs and execution plans.
• Prepare engineering cost and Man-hour estimates and schedules.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings for EHV projects for AIS GIS substations from 33kV to 765kV.
• Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementary circuitry, equipment wiring, and relay panel wiring diagrams, cable Conduit schedules, Bill of Materials.
• Prepare calculations and reports for engineering studies (Voltage drop, AC/DC load studies, Fault, earthing others studies as applicable)
• Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Coordinate design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line other as applicable).
• Reviewing designs and attending virtual meetings and coordinating with Clients.
• Coordinating with team members and monitoring project schedules, submitting with quality.
• Produce detailed electrical substation design packages compliant with the required client technical standards like IEC/IEEE/NEC/SSEN/UKPN.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members.
• Develop and improve processes, tools, and/or implement new technologies into the design process.
• Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Assist with the advancement and development of department tools and workflows to increase the efficiency of designs, specification development, and project execution.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be asked of this position by management.
• Participate in training/meetings to address specific organizational initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of HV power systems, protection and control relays, SCADA systems, and communication protocols.
• Software: Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools, such as AutoCAD, CYMCAP, ETAP, Power World, EPlan, CDEGS etc
• Knowledge of HV Substations, PoC/PoS design calculations, Cable designs and routing, short-circuit analysis, insulation coordination, grounding, lightning protection, and cable voltage drop schedules.
• Communication: Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and manage project teams.