Lead Engineer - Substation Secondary

AECOM; Karnataka; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Lead Engineer - Secondary Substation to drive design and delivery of high‑voltage substation projects in India. You will lead large design teams, provide technical direction, and coordinate across staff to ensure quality PS&E packages for global clients.

The role requires 8–12 years in grid substation design, HV plant experience, and strong communication with international teams. Hybrid work model applies.

Qualifications

• Master of Engineering degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 8-12 years of work experience preferred.
• Experience leading large design teams on Grid Substation design in a global consultancy.
• Experience in HV Plant Design for large EHV Grid Substations is mandatory.
• Experience with Grid Utilities projects and clients (e.g., National Grid, Powergrid, etc.) desirable.
• Knowledge of Substation Protection/Control schemes and related drawings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and modification activities for electrical systems and equipment at substations.
• Provide technical input and mentorship to staff; oversee PS&E packages across disciplines.
• Develop study procedures, cost estimates and participate in interdisciplinary reviews.

Skills

HV Substation Design

Grid Utilities Experience

Team Leadership

IEC/IEEE Standards

Client Interaction

Education

Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Engineering

Tools

GIS

AIS HV Plant

Protection & Control Schemes

Job description

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Start here. Grow here.

We are seeking Lead Engineer - Secondary Substation to join our Transmission & Distribution team in India. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineer to contribute to impactful Energy projects across global offices and continue developing their technical expertise in a supportive, high-performing team.

• Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high quality cost effective work by others.
• Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects.
• Uses expertise in all steps of completing disciplinecomponent of PS&E package.
• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Prepares technical specification sections.
• Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for engineering design and modification activities related to electrical & electronic circuits, systems, and equipment. May involve the installation and operation & maintenance of electrical systems and equipment.
• Discipline concerning power systems, electronic and transmission equipment, electric service and supply systems, lighting systems, communication service and supply systems, fire alarm and detection systems, control systems or electrical installations.
• An electrical engineer focuses on designing, maintaining and improving products that are powered by or produce electricity. Electrical engineering deals with electricity, electro-magnetism and electronics. It also covers power, control systems, telecommunications and signal processing. These engineers are usually concerned with large-scale electrical systems such as motor control and power transmission, as well as utilizing electricity to transmit energy.

The successful candidate will have the following Qualifications:

• Master of Engineering degree (or equivalent education) in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 8-12years of work experience is preferred.
• Prior experience in leading large design engineering teams performing Grid Substation design in a global consultancy firm is preferred.
• Experience on HV Plant Design for large EHV Grid Substations is mandatory.
• Previous experience in design teams working for Grid Utilities (for e.g., National Grid, Transgrid, Powergrid etc,) is highly desirable.
• Experience in preparation of Substation Protection and Control Scheme drawings, Relay Coordination and Settings, Panel GA drawings, Substation SCADA and communication protocols, etc is preferred.
• Exposure to International standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI, Australian Standards &Middle East region codes and standards) is preferred.
• Should have lead large teams and face clients independently.
• Previous design experience working with GIS and AIS EHV substation HV Plant Secondary design is preferable.
• Chartership with IET-UK, EA or equivalent is desirable
• Very good communication skills (Oral and Written) in English language is mandatory
• l organization (e.g., Institution of Electrical Engineers, UK)

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.