Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Duties And ResponsibilitiesAbility to lead the Primary Design (Concept, FEED , Detail Design) for AIS/GIS/Hybrid Substations upto 400kV – for Utility Companies /Developers, based on international standards – for, UK, Europe, Middle East , South East Asia or Australia regions. Experience in Design of HV/LV Distribution systems for Oil & Gas Sector , offshore Substation, Thermal power plants, Hydropower generation, Solar , Wind, BESS projects will be an added advantage.Good understanding of Secondary system requirements needed for preparation of Key SLD, Protection & Control SLDs, AC/DC SLDs, LVAC System design, preparation of control / protection / Interlocking block diagrams, review of schematics, preparation of cable schedule, Interconnection ScheduleIn depth knowledge and ability to perform all calculations required as part of Substation Primary Engineering : Sag tension, SCF, conductor sizing, Earthing, Lightning protection, Indoor/ Outdoor / Street lighting, CT/VT sizing, Battery sizingGood understanding of Substation Automation System (SAS), SCADA I/O List, Schematics and ArchitecturePerform Equipment sizing calculations e.g. Transformer, Generator, HV/LV Cables, AC UPS, Capacitor BanksApply broad practical knowledge to design of Layouts – Equipment Layouts for outdoor switchyard, indoor substation, trench/tray layouts, lighting, earthing and lightning protection layouts, EKD, (Should be able to guide/provide inputs to technicians and review from a technical/quality perspective).Prepare technical specifications, technical data sheets for Electrical Equipment – Transformers, DG Sets, AIS/GIS/Hybrid Switchgear, Cable, UPS, Battery Charger, Distribution Boards.Preparation and evaluations of Technical Bid/documentationReview of vendor drawings for various Electrical Equipment including review of schematics for HV/LV systems.Preparation of Tender documents , BOQ for constructionAbility to review of Contractor’s design documentation as part of PMC/Owner’s engineerReasonably good understanding and hands on experience of System Studies software (ETAP), ability to model electrical system, carry out basic studies viz. load flow, short circuit, motor starting studies and interpret results will be an added advantageAbility to carry out inter discipline coordination and coordinate effectively with Lead officeDuties may include extended, but temporary, out-of-town assignmentsCandidate SpecificationDegree in Electrical Engineering from accredited university.Core experience shall be Primary Design of Substations (Concept, FEED, Detail Design) for AIS/GIS/Hybrid Substations upto 400KV. Experience with Utility companies based in for, UK, Europe, Middle East , South East Asia or Australia regionsUK/Europe/Middle east will be preferred. Experience in Electrical design for Oil & Gas Sector , offshore Substation, Thermal power plants, Hydropower generation, Solar , Wind, BESS projects will be an added advantage.Ability to interpret the scope, identify deliverables based on Tender / RFP documentsAbility to work independently with lead office as part of integrated team, Ability to lead medium /large scale projects, manage/supervise a team to ensure timely project deliveryAbility to Line manage viz. mentor a pool of junior engineers and technicians to develop skills and bring in efficiency within the team.Demonstrates a fair understanding of project commercials - cost monitoring and timely flagging of variationsAbility to effectively handle multiple responsibilities viz. Line Management, resource planning, recruitment, skill gap /training needs identification etc. alongside Project deliveryDemonstrates the flexiblity to work hands-on in preparation of deliverables, based on project needs/exigenciesConversant in Electrical design software – Dialux, ETAPComputer literacy in MS office-and basic knowledge of AUTOCAD/BIM 360/ACC, Navisworks for review of 3D Modelsling Software like Revit is essentialStrong communication skills - written and oralSelf-motivated individual with keen interest to add value to the team/organisationAbility to prepare fee estimates / proposalsInclination to use Technology to bring in innovative solutionsAbility to foster awareness of H&S practices, share best practices by encouraging knowledge sharing sessions within /across teamEquality, diversity and inclusionWe put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.Agile workingAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.Location(s):Mumbai, MH, IN Noida, UP, IN Bengaluru, KA, INContract Type: PermanentWork Pattern: Full TimeMarket: EnergyDiscipline: EnergyJob Ref: 5975Recruiter Contact: Abhimanyu M S