An Electrical Engineer for Substations & Transmission Linesdesigns, builds, maintains, and operates crucial grid infrastructure, focusing on high-voltage equipment (transformers, breakers, switches) and power flow, handling everything from single-line diagrams (SLDs) and SCADA systems to relay protection and field testing for reliability, integrating renewables, and ensuring grid stability for efficient power delivery.
Core Responsibilities
- Design & Planning:Creating detailed electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and specifications for new substations or upgrades, including power transformers, circuit breakers, and protection systems.
- Power Flow:Managing voltage levels, load balancing, and ensuring efficient transmission of electricity.
- Protective Relaying:Implementing and testing relay systems to protect equipment and the grid from faults.
- Construction & Commissioning:Overseeing installation, coordinating with field teams, and supporting energization/testing.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting:Performing inspections, diagnosing issues, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Smart Grid Integration:Working with SCADA systems and automation for proactive grid management, especially with renewables.
Key Skills & Knowledge
- High-voltage equipment (Transformers, Breakers, CTs, PTs).
- Electrical Schematics, CAD.
- SCADA & Protection/Control Systems.
- Power Systems Analysis (voltage drop, load calculations).
- Field inspection, testing, and commissioning.