Lead Design Engineer- Electrical

Sterlite Electric; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterlite Electric Limited is seeking a Substation Design Engineer (Electrical) to design, deliver primary electrical systems for EHV substations (132kV and above) in line with IEC, IEEE, IS and client standards.

You will lead a team of design engineers, produce SLDs, GA drawings, BOMs, and coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams through procurement, manufacturing and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 10–12 years of experience in design engineering of EHV substations.
• Hands-on experience with primary equipment design and layout.

Responsibilities

• Design & engineering of primary electrical systems for EHV substations (132kV and above).
• Develop SLDs, GAs, and equipment layouts; prepare technical specifications and BOMs.
• Perform short-circuit, load flow, insulation coordination, and fault level studies; verify safety and standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

GIS

AIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

GIS

AIS

Job description

Job Description:

Position Title

Substation Design Engineer (Electrical)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering primary electrical systems for Extra High Voltage (EHV) substations (132kV and above), ensuring compliance with national and international standards, client specifications, and project timelines.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

1. Design & Engineering

• Prepare detailed designs for primary electrical systems including busbars, switchgear, transformers, isolators, circuit breakers, surge arresters, and earthing systems.
• Develop single line diagrams (SLDs), general arrangement drawings (GAs), and equipment layouts.
• Perform short-circuit, load flow, insulation coordination, and fault level studies.
• Design earthing and lightning protection systems for substations.
• Design Underground EHV Cables and accessories with routing
• Ensure designs comply with IEC, IEEE, IS, and utility-specific standards.

2. Documentation & Deliverables

• Prepare technical specifications, datasheets, and bill of materials (BOM).
• Review vendor drawings and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Support preparation of tender documents and technical bid evaluations.
• Maintain design records and ensure version control of engineering documents.

3. Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage a team of design engineers and technical specialists.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and accountability.

4. Coordination & Collaboration

• Work closely with civil & secondary (protection & control) design teams.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and vendors for technical clarifications.
• Provide engineering support during procurement, manufacturing, and installation phases.

5. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet safety, reliability, and performance standards.
• Conduct design reviews and risk assessments.
• Support factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).

6. Project Execution Support

• Provide technical guidance during construction, erection, and commissioning.
• Resolve site-related design issues and propose corrective actions.
• Participate in project progress reviews and ensure timely delivery of engineering outputs.

Critical Success Factors - Essential

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar CAD tools.
• Familiarity with ETAP, or similar power system analysis software.
• Strong knowledge of IEC, IEEE, IS, and utility standards.
• Understanding of GIS (Gas Insulated Substation) and AIS (Air Insulated Substation) technologies.
• Understanding of underground EHV Cables & accessories.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical)

Experience:

• 10–12 years of experience in design engineering of EHV substations (132kV, 220kV, 400kV, or higher). Hands‑on experience with primary equipment design and layout.

Competencies

Behavioural - Impact and Influence

Behavioural - Information Seeking

Behavioural - Initiative

Behavioural - Innovative Thinking

Functional - Financial

Functional - Operational

Functional - People

Functional - Strategic

About Us

Sterlite Electric Limited (formerly known as Sterlite Power Transmission Limited) is a
manufacturer of capital goods and a provider of system integration solutions,
specializing in the power transmission and distribution (Power T&D) industry for both
domestic and international markets. Its product portfolio includes a wide range of
overhead conductors, power cables, optical ground wire (OPGW), along with the provision of master system integration (MSI) services.

The company supplied products and services to customers in over 70 countries including
North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia from April 1,
2022, to March 31, 2025. It currently operates four manufacturing facilities strategically
located across India, positioned near key raw material sources and major transportation hubs, including seaports. Facilities in Jharsuguda (Odisha), Piparia and Rakholi (Dadra and Nagar Haveli) specialize in overhead conductor manufacturing. The Haridwar (Uttarakhand) facility is dedicated to power cables, while the Piparia facility also manufactures OPGW. Sterlite Electric is also in the process of setting up a new power cable manufacturing facility in Vadodara (Gujarat)

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