Senior Electrical Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to conduct field investigations and cost estimates for various projects in India. Key responsibilities include leading the design of electrical components, collaborating with other engineering disciplines, and coordinating with clients and vendors. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's in electrical engineering and at least 12 years of experience. The position offers robust benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of overall experience in electrical engineering.
• Site experience is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and client interviews for project cost estimates.
• Lead design, development, and evaluation of electrical components.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical system studies using ETAP/EasyPower

Knowledge of international codes & standards

Equipment sizing and specifications

3D Model review in S3D and Autodesk Revit

Engineering work planning and control methods

Oral and written communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Work Location: Various Work Locations India. Requisition ID: 294045. Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project.

Job Summary

In this role, you will conduct field investigations and client interviews to determine work scope and cost estimates for a project’s electrical engineering aspects. You will lead design, development, modification, and evaluation of electrical components and processes. Your recommendations will resolve technical issues and ensure uniquely complex requirements of a project’s electrical engineering aspects are met.

Major Responsibilities

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard electrical engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
• Participates in the design, development and modification of components and processes used in the generation, manipulation, transmission, and storage of electricity utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
• Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines.
• Coordinates electrical engineering efforts in assigned areas with specialty groups, engineering disciplines, the client, vendor, contractors, construction and other functional groups.
• Prepares conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals.
• Provides technical assistance to other electrical personnel and will interact with project functions, the customer, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards.
• Provides assistance to project and construction management in identifying and complying with project electrical requirements and in addressing issues as they arise during project execution.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A recognized bachelor's/master's degree in electrical engineering, from an accredited college or university with an overall experience of minimum 12 years.
• Site experience will be an added advantage.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive knowledge of electrical system studies using ETAP/EasyPower software and conversant with short circuit, load flow, motor starting & vertical bar; voltage drop calculations, main single line diagram, protection & metering diagrams, relay setting & protection coordination of the system, Emergency Diesel Generator Sizing, Underground cable sizing, Grounding.
• Should possess good knowledge of international codes & standards.
• Should have worked on equipment sizing, specifications, MR preparation, technical bid evaluation and vendor print reviews of various electrical equipment like Switchyard, Generator Step-Up Transformer, Busduct, MV & LV switchgear, MCCs, power & distribution transformers, DC systems/UPS, Cables, generator circuit breaker, bus duct, lighting fixtures.
• Review of 3D Model in S3D and Autodesk Revit using SPR or Navisworks and be a stakeholder in 30%, 50% and 90% Model Reviews with Client, Vendor and Sub Contractors.
• Vendor Print Review of Mechanical packages.
• Preparation of three Line Diagrams & Logic Diagrams, Overall Single Line Diagrams, conversant with electrical layouts like raceways, lighting, grounding & lightning protection, Switchyard layouts etc.
• Knowledge of engineering work planning and control methods. Knowledge of inter discipline coordination.
• Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.
• Skill in oral and written communication, demonstrated skill in leadership.

Total Rewards/Benefits

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure our people thrive, including opportunities to advance careers, deliver programs to enhance culture, and provide time to recharge.

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. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail].