substation designer

Nexus Analytica

<p>About the role<br />Nexus Analytica is seeking a Design Engineer – Substations to support the engineering and delivery of HV/MV substations for giga-scale utility projects. This role is responsible for developing and reviewing substation designs that ensure safe, reliable, and standards-compliant integration of large-scale renewable generation into transmission and distribution networks.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings strong experience in substation primary design, solid understanding of secondary interfaces, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced EPC or developer environments.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and review engineering deliverables for HV/MV substations associated with large-scale solar PV plants, including single line diagrams, general arrangement layouts, sections, elevations, grounding drawings, and lightning protection layouts.</li><li>Perform and check key electrical design calculations, including grounding/earthing studies, lightning protection, cable sizing, voltage drop, short-circuit calculations, auxiliary load calculations, and equipment sizing.</li><li>Prepare and review technical specifications, equipment datasheets, BOQs, and material requisitions for substation systems.</li><li>Support the design and selection of major substation equipment such as power transformers, GIS/AIS switchgear, circuit breakers, disconnectors, CTs, VTs, surge arresters, harmonic filters, shunt reactors/capacitor banks, and reactive power compensation equipment.</li><li>Review vendor drawings, calculations, and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements, grid code obligations, utility standards, and applicable international standards.</li><li>Coordinate closely with solar plant design, grid interconnection, civil, structural, mechanical, protection, control, SCADA, and construction teams to ensure smooth interface management and integrated design delivery.</li><li>Ensure designs comply with IEC, IEEE, ANSI, utility requirements, local regulations, and client specifications.</li><li>Support project execution through design reviews, technical meetings, procurement support, site queries, construction clarifications, factory acceptance support, and commissioning assistance.</li><li>Review or support secondary engineering deliverables such as control schematics, cable schedules, interconnection diagrams, panel layouts, and interface drawings to ensure full alignment between primary and secondary systems.</li><li>Contribute to the standardization of substation design approaches across multiple giga-scale PV projects to improve quality, constructability, repeatability, and delivery efficiency.</li></ul><p>Required Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.</li><li>4–8 years of experience in substation design engineering.</li><li>Proven experience in HV/MV substation projects within utility, renewable energy, EPC, industrial, or consulting environments.</li><li>Strong understanding of substation primary systems, equipment selection, and engineering interfaces.</li><li>Experience supporting substations for utility-scale solar PV, renewable interconnection, or power infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and utility coordination for large renewable projects is an advantage.</li><li>Good working knowledge of relevant standards including IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and utility-specific requirements.</li><li>Strong coordination, communication, and technical review skills.</li></ul><p>Preferred Profile</p><ul><li>Experience working on multiple substations across large renewable portfolios.</li><li>Exposure to reactive power compensation, collector substations, and transmission interconnection design.</li><li>Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage parallel deliverables across fast-track projects.</li><li>Detail-oriented, practical, and focused on delivering high-quality designs that are both technically robust and constructible.</li></ul>

Substations - Design Engineer

Ultimate HR Solutions

<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise all civil construction activities for substation projects, including foundations, control buildings, cable trenches, equipment plinths, and roads. </li><li>Execute works as per approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules. </li><li>Ensure compliance with project quality standards and safety regulations. </li><li>Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and design teams for smooth project execution. </li><li>Monitor daily site activities, manpower, and subcontractors. </li><li>Conduct site inspections and ensure proper material usage and workmanship. </li><li>Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports. </li><li>Manage quantities, measurements, and assist in billing/invoicing. </li><li>Ensure proper implementation of QA/QC procedures.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering</li><li>Minimum <strong>5 years of experience</strong> in substation construction projects (132 kV / 400 kV preferred). </li><li>Strong knowledge of civil works related to substations.</li></ul><p><strong>UAE Driving License Mandatory</strong></p>

Civil Substation Site Engineer

Kiewit

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 We are looking for a Protection &amp; Control (P&amp;C) Engineer to support the design and engineering of greenfield and brownfield substation projects ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV. This role focuses on developing the full suite of P&amp;C deliverables that ensure safe, reliable, and coordinated operation of high voltage substations.
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 Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil, gas markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.
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 Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available.
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   Develop one line and three line diagrams that define project scope, equipment configuration, and protection philosophy.
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   Create detailed AC and DC schematic diagrams, including control circuits, tripping schemes, metering, and auxiliary power systems.
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   Design and review wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and interconnection drawings for relays, RTUs, communication equipment, and station devices.
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   Support development of relay settings, logic diagrams, and configuration files for microprocessor based relays.
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Substation Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering

L&T Technology Services Ltd.

<div><div><div>Secondary Design Engineer - Lead (Substa...</div><p>LNT/SDE-L/1707201</p><ul>
PTD-Power Transmission &amp; Distribution - ICSharjah, UAE - SJEX</ul></div><div><div><div><ul><div><div><div>
Posted On</div><div>
21 Apr 2026</div></div></div><div><div><div>
End Date</div><div>
18 Oct 2026</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Required Experience</div><div>
6 - 8 Years</div></div></div></ul></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div>Skills</div></div><div><div><p>
Knowledge &amp; Posting Location</p><div><p>
AUTOMATION
</p><p>SCADA
 </p><div></div><div>PROJECT ENGINEERING
 </div><div></div><div>PROTECTIVE RELAYS
 </div><div></div><div>SCHEMATIC DESIGN
</div><p>TELECOMMUNICATION
 </p><div></div><div>CRP
 </div><div></div><div>EQUIPMENT SIZING
</div></div></div><div><p>Minimum Qualification</p><div><p>
B.TECH/BE</p></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div>Job Description</div></div><div><p><b>
Job description</b></p><p>
As lead secondary design engineer-substations the person shall be capable of creating &amp; reviewing &amp; executing secondary engineering / electrical design activities for substation/ power distribution projects. She/he will -review BOQ -check vendor offers for protection relays/SAS/LVAC and DC systems-generate Single Line Diagram(SLD) / protection and control SLD / interlocking schemes / cable schedules / review schematics / propose SAS signal lists and detailed design drawings along with drafters -will prepare calculations e.g. Ct sizing / battery dg sizing / cable sizing / lv cable estimation etc. Will deliver outcomes on time as per project needs.</p><p><b>
Job specification</b></p><p>
Experience in high voltage substation secondary design min 7 years with voltage levels 15kv up to 500kv covering both AIS and GIS. Having BTech-BSc equivalent degree in electrical and electronics engineering. Worked in multinational projects. Able to manage a team of engineers and drafters. MTech degree and site commissioning experience is an asset. Working level knowledge on power system studies is desired.</p><p><b>
 Key responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Timely completion of all deliverables</li><li>Responsible for review of CRP (control relay panels) and automation drawings developed by the vendor</li><li>Interact with site execution &amp; cluster teams for clarification w.r.t. The design of equipment</li><li>Interact with vendor for clarification w.r.t. Compliances to technical specifications &amp; comments and quality</li><li>Coordinate with primary design engineer obtaining specification requirement of the client and checklist for evaluation from the project engineering managers</li><li>Evaluate technical offers based on technical specification (requirement) of the client and timely submission to design lead (secondary) for review</li><li>Prepare design calculations of CT / VT and battery sizing and development of dc &amp; ac single line diagrams of a substation and submitting to the design lead for checking</li><li>Review bill of material and comparing with the tender quantity</li></ul><p>
Pre-tender engineering including estimation of BOM (bill of materials) and offer reviews for secondary equipment</p></div></div>

Secondary Design Engineer - Lead (Substations)

Hudson Manpower

<div><p>We are hiring an experienced <b>DESIGN ENGINEER Power Control Room / E-House / Modular Substation / Prefabricated Substation</b> for<b> </b>reputed Company in <b>Saudi Arabia</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Description</b></p><p>
o Technical activities related to Electrical Design, Engineering of HV/MV/LV Power Control Room / Modular Substation / E-House / Pre-fabrication substation / Substation Building) by various software, including but not limited to the following:</p><p>
o Yield a safe, quality and cost-effective design/product in a timely manner as per client&rsquo;s requirements.</p><p>
o Perform and prepare HV/MV/LV Substation Electrical &amp; Instrumentation design calculation including lighting, grounding, shielding, battery and battery charger sizing, station service transformer sizing, and relevant drawings and documents.</p><p>
o Prepare electrical layout drawings (general equipment arrangement, lighting, grounding, shielding, cable routing, etc.)</p><p>
o Perform interfacing, design review and validation of PSA, DCS, Fire Alarm, Communication, Data and telephone system.</p><p>
o Prepare bill of material, documents and drawings, etc.</p><p>
o Select and evaluate related material and components, e.g. lighting fixtures, panel boards, HV/MV/LV cables, MCTs, grounding busbars, shielding mast, surge arrestor, etc.</p><br>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Communications / Mechatronics Engineering.</li><li>
Minimum 5 years work experience in the field of Electrical &amp; Instrumentation Design / Engineering of HV/MV/LV Substation for the Utility or Oil &amp; Gas industry (e.g. National Grid / Saudi Electricity Company, Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Royal Commissioning, etc.)</li><li>
Power system protection &amp; control, by using various design/engineering software, i-eDilux, ETAP, Multigrid, etc.</li><li>
AutoCAD / MicroStation, etc.</li><li>
Technical knowledge / expertise related to electrical design / engineering of HV/MV/LV Substations. Strong skills in Design Application Software &amp; AutoCAD / MicroStation</li><li>
Proficient in English.</li></ul></div><p></p>

DESIGN ENGINEER - Power Control Room / E-House / Modular Substation / Prefab - KSA

<div><div><div>Construction Manager - Electrical</div><p>LNT/CM-E/1700239</p><ul>
PTD-Power Transmission &amp; Distribution - ICAbu Dhabi, UAE</ul></div><div><div><div><ul><div><div><div>
Posted On</div><div>
25 Mar 2026</div></div></div><div><div><div>
End Date</div><div>
21 Sep 2026</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Required Experience</div><div>
10 - 17 Years</div></div></div></ul></div></div></div></div>
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Knowledge &amp; Posting Location</p><div><p>
CONSTRUCTION
</p><p>PROJECT ENGINEERING
</p><p>CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
</p><p>PROCUREMENT
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BACHELOR OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (BEE)</p></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div>Job Description</div></div><div><p>
A <b>Construction Manager &ndash; Electrical (Substation Projects)</b> is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the <b>construction and installation of electrical systems in substations</b> such as AIS or GIS substations. The role ensures that all works meet <b>utility standards, safety regulations, project schedule, and quality requirements</b>.</p><p>
Below are the main responsibilities specific to <b>substation projects</b>:</p><p><b>
1. Project Planning &amp; Scheduling</b></p><ul><li>
Review <b>substation electrical drawings, layouts, and specifications</b>.</li><li>
Develop detailed <b>construction schedules</b> for electrical activities.</li><li>
Plan work sequences for:<ul><li>
Equipment installation</li><li>
Cable laying</li><li>
Control and protection systems</li></ul></li><li>
Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and commissioning teams to align schedules.</li></ul><p>
Manage installation and erection of major substation equipment such as:</p><ul><li>
Power transformers</li><li>
Circuit breakers</li><li>
Disconnectors / isolators</li><li>
Current transformers (CT)</li><li>
Voltage transformers (VT / PT)</li><li>
Surge arresters</li><li>
Busbars and connectors</li><li>
GIS equipment (if applicable)</li></ul><p>
Ensure installation follows <b>manufacturer instructions and project standards</b>.</p><p>
Supervise and inspect:</p><ul><li><b>
High-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) cable laying</b></li><li>
Control and protection cable routing</li><li>
Cable termination and jointing</li><li>
Cable tray and trench installations</li><li>
Earthing and grounding systems</li><li>
Lighting and small power systems in the substation.</li></ul><p>
Coordinate installation of:</p><ul><li>
Protection panels and relay systems</li><li>
Control panels and RTU panels</li><li>
SCADA systems</li><li>
Communication systems and fiber optics</li><li>
Interlocking and control wiring.</li></ul><p>
Ensure all wiring and panel installations meet design and testing requirements.</p><ul><li>
Oversee installation of <b>substation grounding grid</b>.</li><li>
Ensure proper installation of:<ul><li>
Earth pits</li><li>
Ground conductors</li><li>
Equipment bonding</li><li>
Lightning protection systems.</li></ul></li><li>
Verify earth resistance measurements meet design criteria.<ul><li>
Method statements</li><li>
Inspection test plans (ITP)</li><li>
Material submittals</li></ul></li><li>
Conduct site inspections and coordinate with consultants for approvals.</li></ul><p>
Support testing and commissioning of substation systems including:</p><ul><li>
Transformer testing</li><li>
Circuit breaker functional tests</li><li>
Relay protection testing</li><li>
Cable insulation and continuity tests</li><li>
SCADA communication tests</li></ul><p>
Coordinate with commissioning engineers and utility representatives.</p><ul><li>
Plan delivery and storage of major equipment such as transformers and GIS components.</li><li>
Ensure correct handling and preservation of sensitive equipment.</li><li>
Monitor material inventory and prevent delays.</li></ul></div></div>

Construction Manager - Electrical

avua private limited

<p>To handle testing and commissioning activities for substation projects, ensuring all systems are installed, tested, and commissioned as per standards and project requirements.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Perform testing and commissioning of substation equipment (transformers, switchgear, protection systems, etc.)</li><li>Carry out pre-commissioning checks and functional testing</li><li>Conduct relay testing, protection system testing, and troubleshooting</li><li>Coordinate with site teams, contractors, and clients during commissioning activities</li><li>Ensure all work is completed as per safety and quality standards</li><li>Prepare test reports, commissioning reports, and documentation</li><li>Identify and resolve technical issues during testing and commissioning</li><li>Support final handover and project closeout activities</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Electrical Engineering</li></ul><p><b>Experience:</b></p><ul><li>10&ndash;12 years of overall experience in electrical engineering</li><li>Strong experience in testing and commissioning of substation projects (132kV / 220kV / 400kV)</li><li>Experience with protection relays and substation equipment testing</li></ul><p><b>Skills &amp; Competencies:</b></p><ul><li>Good knowledge of substation systems and protection schemes</li><li>Hands-on experience with testing equipment and tools</li><li>Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills</li><li>Knowledge of safety standards and procedures</li><li>Good communication and coordination skills</li></ul><p>Pay: Up to AED18,000.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Electrical Testing & Commissioning Engineer – Substation

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