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Job Summary:

Electrical Engineer experience on basic and detailed design and project co-ordination of Electrical works on EHV/HV Switchyard projects. Should have executed at least two, medium to large size EPC projects, as Electrical Lead / Engineering Group Supervisor in an engineering office or consultancy of repute. Has a good knowledge of Electrical System and Physical design, the principles, and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating with other technical disciplines. Candidate should have exposure to Indian, US, Euro and other foreign codes/standards and local practices.

Major Responsibilities:

Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals, design criteria, specifications, budget and schedules for projects of varying complexity.
Assist and provide guidance to engineers to perform conceptual design, System study and Equipment sizing, protection study, single line diagram, Metering and protection diagram, Cable sizing, earthing calculations, protection coordination study.
Assist and provide guidance to engineers/designer to perform detail design, layout, main cable route, A/G tray and underground layouts, lighting, earthing, cable schedule etc.
Assist and provide guidance to engineers for MR/SR preparation, bid analysis and make recommendation.
Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers and provide input for their performance evaluation.
Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Education and Experience Requirements:

A recognized bachelor’s/master’s degree in electrical engineering, from an accredited college or university with an overall experience of minimum 12 years.
Site experience will be an added advantage

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Possess a broad understanding of the major design engineering deliverables.
Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work in a project or staff group.
Extensive Knowledge of EHV/HV Switchyards, which includes design of Layouts, Single Line Diagrams, Protection & Metering diagrams, Control Panel Schematics.
Electrical system studies and conversant with short circuit, load flow & voltage drop calculations, relay setting & protection coordination of the system, cable sizing, Grounding.
Should have worked on equipment sizing, specifications, MR preparation, technical bid evaluation and vendor print reviews of various electrical equipment, CB/CT/PTs, SCADA, Transformers, Busducts/Cable Bus, MV & LV Switchgears, MCCs, DC systems / AC UPS, Cables, etc.
Coordinates engineering effort in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups.
Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.
Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.
Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the engineering discipline.
Skill in oral and written communication and writing technical reports.

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Senior Electrical Engineer - Switchyards

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