Protection & Control Engineer - (Transmission & Distribution) - Bengaluru

Burns & McDonnell India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Substation Protection & Control Design Engineer in Bengaluru, India. The ideal candidate will develop protection and control design deliverables for various projects. A bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering and 3-20 years of experience are required. Familiarity with NESC/IEEE standards and strong communication skills are preferred. This full-time role offers an opportunity to shape electrical grid resilience and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience, maximum 20 years.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and scope development, including conceptual designs.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings for EHV projects.
• Prepare calculations and reports for engineering studies.
• Review designs and coordinate with clients.

Skills

NESC, IEEE standards familiarity

Professional engineering membership

Standard engineering techniques

Excellent communication skills

Analytical problem-solving ability

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong collaboration skills

Basics of IEC61850

Knowledge of relay testing

Experience with AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Role Overview

Substation Protection & Control (Secondary) Design Engineer. Main responsibilities include creating electrical protection and control design deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission projects. This position can influence the future of the resiliency, reliability, and economic operation of the electric grid.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of proposals and scope development, including conceptual designs and execution plans.
• Prepare engineering cost and Man‑hour estimates and schedules.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings for EHV projects for AIS & GIS substations from 33kV to 765kV.
• Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring, relay panel wiring diagrams, cable & conduit schedules, bill of materials.
• Prepare calculations and reports for engineering studies (voltage drop, AC/DC load studies & others as applicable).
• Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Coordinate design activities with other departments (civil/structural, networks, transmission line & other as applicable).
• Review designs, attend virtual meetings, and coordinate with clients.
• Coordinate with team members and monitor project schedules, submitting work with quality.
• Produce detailed electrical substation design packages compliant with required client technical standards or IES/IEEE/NESC.
• Coordinate design activities with other Burns & McDonnell global practices and office locations.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members.
• Develop and improve processes, tools, and/or implement new technologies into the design process.
• Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Assist with the advancement and development of department tools and workflows to increase efficiency of designs, specification development, and project execution.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be asked of this position by management.
• Participate in training/meetings to address specific organizational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience & maximum 20 years.

Skills and Proficiencies

• Candidate should be acquainted with NESC, IEEE standards; experience with US, Canada and UK projects is preferable.
• Membership of a relevant professional engineering institution (e.g., IET, CIGRE, IEC, IEEE, etc.) is preferable.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong diligence, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Basics of substation automation system based on IEC61850.
• Considered knowledge of relay testing and control/protection scheme testing.
• Considered AutoCAD electrical & substation 3D design suits.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Engineering

Primary Location India‑Karnataka‑Bengaluru

Schedule: Full‑time

Travel: No

Req ID: 254461

Job Hire Type Experienced Not Applicable #BMI N/A

Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Business Consulting and Services