Lead Primary Engineer - Electrical

Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Primary Design Engineering activities for AIS / GIS Substation projects across multiple geographies, ensuring compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Manage primary engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-bid engineering to commissioning and warranty support.
• Ensure timely completion of engineering deliverables by planning man-hours, monitoring progress, and coordinating effectively with inter-departmental and project teams.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, design calculations, vendor deliverables, and

BOQs, while ensuring timely submission and obtaining necessary client approvals.

• Perform and oversee Layout Engineering, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), Earthing Design,

Cable Routing, Lighting Systems, Lightning Protection Systems, and Equipment Layout

Engineering.

• Coordinate vendor evaluation, technical validation, factory inspections, and technical discussions, while working closely with procurement and supply chain teams.
• Lead and mentor Design Engineers and Draughtspersons, driving productivity improvements, maintaining design quality, and ensuring adherence to project schedules.
• Provide technical clarifications to clients and internal stakeholders, support site teams during execution, and resolve design-related issues to facilitate smooth project implementation.
• Utilize tools such as MS Office and Dialux for engineering activities; exposure to ETAP,

PSCAD, and CYMGRD will be considered an added advantage.

Qualification

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Minimum Years Of Experience And Industry Preference

• 7–10 years of experience in Primary Design Engineering for Substation projects involving AIS

/ GIS systems.

• Proven experience in handling primary engineering activities across multiple phases of substation projects, including design, execution support, and commissioning assistance.
• Strong knowledge of substation layouts, equipment arrangements, earthing systems, cable routing, and associated design standards and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver quality outputs within project timelines.
• MUST: SUBSTATION DESIGN EXPERIENCE.