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Sr. Principal Engineer – HVDC & HV Substation

Gurgaon, Haryana, Haryāna, India | Bristol, Bristol, England, United Kingdom | Bangalore, Karnātaka, India

Overview

Power Grid Division is involved in electricity utilities sector in the UK & I, Canada, US, ME and APAC. We provide value-added engineering services and built solutions across the entire spectrum of electricity networks, from high voltage power transmission grids to low voltage industrial power distribution. We have designed HV Substations upto 400kV and Electrical infrastructure for large industrial/ Multi Use developments and Heavy industries. The team provides services to clients across the globe, however the major clients are in UK and Middle East.

The Power T&D team is looking for experienced Sr. Principal engineers in HV Plant Discipline, as we look to grow the team in line with business requirements. So, if you are interested in working for an internationally renowned consultancy and working on some challenging projects across UK, Canada & ANZ, come join us at AtkinsRéalis.

Your role

Using your experience and knowledge, you will be leading the delivery of a variety of projects drawing upon the wider team for the technical engineering requirements and building a strong relationship with our clients. You will be client-facing, responsible for the delivery of our work and making sure it meets our client's'expectations.

You will be taking up the following responsibilities:

  • Experience of undertaking FEED or Detailed design of HV and EHV (132kV to 765kV) AIS , GIS and HVDC Substations
  • Detail understanding on both LCC & VSC HVDC technologies.
  • Hands on experience in preparation of detailed primary deliverables / drawings such as Single Line Diagram, Layout, Convertor station layout, Elevation, Clearance diagram, Erection key diagram, Control room building layouts, Cable trench details and layouts, Cable routing layouts etc.
  • Experience in preparation of BOQ's, Specifications and Data sheets for Primary Equipment's.
  • Prepare HVDC Performance Specifications, Converter Station and Equipment specifications
  • Hands on Experience on Power system studies involving Network modelling, simulation, analysis and Validation of HVDCs using PSCAD Software. Knowledge of OEM models of HVDCs and Library models in PSCAD Software
  • Support and solve queries during construction, testing and commissioning, attend site meetings and inspections.
  • Report Writing Skills.
  • Preparation of bid documents and bid evaluations.
  • Ensure interdisciplinary coordination.
  • Contribute to Tendering activities by supporting with preliminary design documentation & drawings, Bill of Quantities, Engineering Man Hour Estimates etc.
  • Lead HV Plant design on a project and engage with junior engineers & graduate engineers.
  • Mentoring other engineers and help them become better engineers.
  • Manage the team and actively involve in finding the requirements of engineers and find ways to fulfil.
  • Provide engineering support and solve queries during construction, testing and commissioning, attend site meetings and inspections.
Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-152214

Salary range

-

About you

Technical Qualifications & Experience

  • Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering with around 15+ years of relevant experience in HV and EHV Substation design and engineering.
  • Ability to produce design documentation – Design Basis Report, Case Studies and Project Design Specification.
  • Be competent to check the design drawings & documents produced by other engineers.
  • Member of IET & working towards Chartered Engineer accreditation.
  • Desirable – Meet the requirements of National Grid, UK – for TP141 assessment.
  • Experience of working UK National Grid / SSEN substation projects / EPC Contractor.
  • Experience as Commissioning engineer will be added advantage.
  • HVDC design experience
  • Basic understanding on HVDC protection & Control.
  • OHL design experience. (optional)
  • HV Cable design experience. (optional)
  • Experience of Working Groups and Technical committees such as CIGRE, IEC, AS, BS, IS and IEEE.
  • Travel to client place as required.

Behavioural requirements

  • Strong English Communication Skills needed to co-ordinate with client and other internal stake holders.
  • Be a part of the team which is working at different geographical locations and co-ordinate for the needs of the project.
  • Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
  • Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.
  • To provide support and advice to members the team, this may also include line management responsibilities. AtkinsRéalis focus is on developing our staff to realise their full potential, with development plans geared to individual needs and abilities.

Software & Design Tools

  • MS Office
  • AutoCAD 2D
  • CYMCAP
  • FURSE
  • CDEGS
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
  • Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Generous annual leave balance.
  • Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
  • Remote work opportunities outside of country.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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