Engineer - Controls & Protection

Description

• Perform the study on Electrical Power systems and load flow and short circuit studies etc.,
• Design/review the Substation automation system based on IEC61850-8-1(Station Bus) & IEC 61850-9-2(Process Bus) – Database Preparation in the automation/RTU software
• Review / consolidate the IO Mapping with respect to the scheme drawings/troubleshoot of database issues in SAS system / RTU based system.
• Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers.
• Share engineering information and promote open dialogue.
• Proactively serves on cross functional leadership teams; self-directed decision-making; Pulls in experts when needed.
• Review BOQ and Architecture drawings of PLCC/FOTE engineering and need to interface between CRP & SAS with Telecom Equipment.
• Perform CT and VT and its sizing calculations.
• Prepare invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Design and prepare scheme drawings as per project requirement in anyone of E-CAD Tool (Ex. Engineering Base software/E-Plan/ AutoCAD Electrical/equivalent) for up to 400/765kV Substations.
• Design / Review the control/Power cable engineering in substations.
• Review equipment drawings of major Substation Equipment for AIS / GIS like Circuit breakers, Isolators, Earth switches, CSD, PDM, Transformers/Reactors & associated Conditional Monitoring Devices etc.,
• Document and communicate results of technical data generated.
• Participate on teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives.
• Perform/review the protection relay application / setting calculations and coordination including tripping analysis.
• Provide technical leadership and interface with GSI Regions/GE Vernova Business Lines to estimate the optimized manhour cost for the engineering activities / other required activities for the execution of the project / Tender.
• Design the LV/LT auxiliary systems for Electrical Substations and interface with the SAS/SCADA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s (or) master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, responsive and supervision skills. Demonstrated ability to evaluate and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to manage programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
• Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding of substation protection systems, relay technologies, relay tripping philosophies, substation automation systems, Interface Engineering, LV Auxiliary Systems & Telecom Panels.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective customer and team interactions.
• The role demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for an area or business segment. In this role you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and long-term business goals.
• Fluent in English; additional language (any foreign Language) is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in substation protection relay systems within EHV Electrical Substations, Oil & Gas or Power Transmission industries.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Able to work with different make IEDs, Numerical protection relays and BCUs.
• Problem-Solving: Proficient in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) environments with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities to guide and mentor junior engineers.
• Experience of Secondary (CRP/SAS, Aux Systems, Telecom, Interface) engineering up to 765kV/400kV/220KV and HVDC Substations (AIS/GIS/SOLAR/WIND).
• Experience/Knowledge on Relay Testing, Equipment Testing, Control / Protection scheme testing & SAS Commissioning experience (min 1 year) shall be given additional weightage.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Proven technical leadership in a complex system engineering development environment.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance