Senior HV Substation Engineer – Design & Commissioning

GHD

Doha

On-site

QAR 350,000 - 700,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

GHD is seeking an HV Electrical Engineer – Primary Substations in Qatar to lead technical review, design coordination and construction supervision for high‑voltage projects. You will manage contractor interfaces, ensure conformance with standards, and support testing, energization and handover activities across GIS/AIS systems and power infrastructure.

The role requires 14+ years’ experience in HV substations, with familiarity in 132kV/220kV/400kV projects, and strong leadership capabilities to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
  • 14+ years of electrical engineering experience, HV substations experience.
  • Experience with 132kV/220kV/400kV substations and GIS/AIS systems.
  • Experience with design review, construction supervision and commissioning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead HV primary substation works including design review and site coordination.
  • Coordinate with client, contractors and authorities for technical reviews and approvals.
  • Witness FAT/SAT tests and energization readiness documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards and utility requirements.
  • Provide technical input for planning, estimation and delivery.

Skills

Leadership
Project management
Technical review
Stakeholder coordination
Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Master’s Degree in Power Systems Engineering (preferred)

Tools

ETAP
DIgSILENT PowerFactory
PSCAD
EMTP
CYME
IEC 61850

Job description

GHD is seeking an HV Electrical Engineer – Primary Substations in Qatar to lead technical review, design coordination and construction supervision for high‑voltage projects. You will manage contractor interfaces, ensure conformance with standards, and support testing, energization and handover activities across GIS/AIS systems and power infrastructure.

The role requires 14+ years’ experience in HV substations, with familiarity in 132kV/220kV/400kV projects, and strong leadership capabilities to

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