Senior Electrical Design Lead - Hv/Mv Substations (Epc)

Bechtel; Santiago; On-site; CLP 86,957,000 - 125,604,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel, a global leader in energy and infrastructure consultancy, seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer focused on transformers. You will conduct high-level engineering analyses, support asset assessments, and guide procurement and commissioning activities across the Americas.

International collaboration and client-facing responsibilities are key. The role requires deep transformer expertise, experience in monitoring and diagnostics, and the ability to travel up to about 30%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Energy Engineering or related discipline.
• Senior-level experience in the power industry with transformers expertise.
• Experience with power switchgears and/or generators is a plus.
• Experience with transformer monitoring systems and diagnostics.
• Advanced electrical testing for transformers and HV equipment; diagnostics-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessments of medium- and high-voltage switchgear across design, procurement, commissioning and operations.
• Review specifications and supplier proposals; provide independent recommendations for investments.
• Participate in factory inspections, FATs, SATs and audits to ensure quality and readiness.
• Conduct root-cause investigations; assist clients with operational and maintenance challenges.
• Collaborate with international experts on consulting and innovation projects in power systems.

Skills

Power systems expertise

Technical diagnostics

Analytical thinking

Autonomous work style

Cross-cultural collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Energy Engineering

Tools

Transformer monitoring systems

DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis)

Job description

Our client is a leading international research, innovation and technical consultancy organization specialized in electrical power technologies. With decades of experience supporting utilities, grid operators and industrial clients, it delivers independent expertise across the entire electricity value chain, helping accelerate the energy transition while improving the performance and reliability of critical assets.

The Senior Electrical Engineer (transformers) will provide high-level technical expertise in electrical equipment and power systems, supporting consulting assignments, asset assessments, procurement activities, troubleshooting investigations and innovation projects across the Americas. The role requires deep technical knowledge, customer interaction and international collaboration to help clients optimize the performance, reliability and lifecycle of critical electrical assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical assessments of medium- and high-voltage switchgear systems throughout design, procurement, commissioning and operational stages.
• Review technical specifications, supplier proposals and engineering documentation, providing independent recommendations to support investment decisions.
• Participate in factory inspections, FATs, SATs and technical audits, ensuring equipment quality, compliance and operational readiness.
• Conduct root-cause investigations of equipment failures and support clients in resolving complex operational and maintenance challenges.
• Collaborate with international experts and customers on consulting and innovation projects related to power systems, transmission infrastructure and energy transition initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering or a related discipline.
• Senior-level experience in the power industry, with strong technical expertise in transformers.
• Additional experience with power switchgears and/or generators will be considered a strong advantage.
• Transformer Monitoring & Surveillance: must have experience with transformer monitoring and advanced surveillance systems.
• Insulating Oils & Diagnostics: Practical knowledge of insulating oils, including analysis, DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis), and diagnostics.
• Advanced Electrical Testing: Demonstrated specialization in advanced electrical testing for transformers and high-voltage equipment, moving beyond occasional, project-specific interventions.
• Proven experience in technical diagnostics, asset management, maintenance, testing or troubleshooting of critical electrical equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a hands‑on engineering mindset.
• Intermediate to advanced English, with the ability to read technical documentation, prepare reports and actively participate in international meetings.
• Availability to travel internationally up to approximately 30% of the time, including occasional trips of one to two weeks or longer.
• Ability to work autonomously in multicultural and international environments.
• Knowledge of transmission systems, grid operations or power generation assets will be valued.
• Based in Santiago, Chile.

**Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.**