Substation Electrical Engineer
- Industrial & manufacturing
- Bangalore
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Atkins, a member of SNC Lavalin Organization, is one of the world’s leading consultancies operating in the built and natural environment. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. We offer unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career both in India and around the world. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.
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How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Prepare conceptual and detail engineering for assigned Transmission and Distribution projects.
- Assist in developing plot plans and elevation drawings for outdoor substation equipment.
- Develop Switchgear room and Control room layout drawings for substation projects.
- Assist in developing underground cable routing conduit and trench plan layout and sections for distribution network.
- Prepare electrical material and Protection system performance specifications.
- Review Customer’s System Protection requirements and develop Protection and control systems from conceptual to implementation stage.
- Prepare Basis of Memorandum for Protection and Control system as required
- Prepare Power Single Line Diagram, Relay and Metering One-line diagram and Communication architectural block diagram.
- Prepare of AC three-line diagram, Elementary Schematics and Wiring diagrams.
- Perform AC and DC auxiliary system sizing calculations
- Prepare Bills of Materials and Cable Schedules.
- Assist in relay setting calculations, protection coordination study and IED set files
- Assist in preparing project estimates using data from the utility material database when required.
- Work closely with peers to ensure accurate delivery and thorough electrical design that will meet industry standards and specifications and meet good engineering practices.
- Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, all design packages.
- Maintain good working relationship with internal groups that support project such as other Engineering disciplines, Drafting, Procurement, Construction and Project Management etc.
- Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
- Construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.
- Work closely with peers and other discipline engineers to ensure accurate delivery that will meet utility Standards, industry standards and meet good engineering practices, policies and procedures.
- Maintain complete project documentation with respect to all design packages in coordination with document control specialist.
- Maintain good working relationship with internal groups that support project such as other Engineering disciplines, Drafting, Procurement, Construction and Project Management etc.
- Reports to the Substations Engineering Manager and/or Project Engineering Lead.
What will you contribute?
- A degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized Institution.
- A minimum of 8-10 years of experience after graduation as Substation Electrical engineer in the field of Transmission and Distribution is considered to have gained the required experience for the position.
- P.Eng registration with PEO or equivalent required.
- Good knowledge of North American codes and standards such as CSA, NEC, IEEE, Reg 22/04.
- Experience in AutoCAD and Bentley MicroStation is an asset.
- Working knowledge of ProjectWise and Electronic Document Management Systems is a must.
- Experience in Hydro One and Toronto Hydro Standards is an asset.
- Experience in working with client engineers in client offices is an asset.
- Experience on MathCAD, ASPEN or ETAP software is an asset.
- Knowledge of modern power systems, power system protection and relay technologies.
- Experience with distribution utilities is an asset.
- Experience with SEL or GE relays is an asset.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
What we offer at Atkins?
At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:
- Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes.
- Competitive salary.
- Group Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities.
Why work for Atkins?
Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the globe for more than 50 years. Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
Check out some of our recent, most exciting projects.
Additional Information:
Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Atkins cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.
Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:
In the event a recruiter or agency who are not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, SNC-Lavalin family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.snclavalin.com/recruitment-agencies
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