Planning and design of HV power distribution and transmission substations from 33kV up to 765kV.
Responsible for handling multiple projects and prepare and provide guidance in the development of the engineering deliverables for electrical substation projects including layouts and drawings, selection of substation equipment, equipment and construction specifications and all associated electrical calculations and studies.
Development and approval of project design documentation, BOQ’s, technical specifications, perform concept and/or detail design layouts, and providing a detail design package that complies with applicable local, international and client specifications and standards.
Prepare and present concept and detail designs to the client TEC/DRT forums for acceptance.
Engage with other project stakeholders and team members and coordinate overall design packages and requirements.
Technically lead junior engineers, drafters, and designers to deliver successful projects.
Ensure design schedules are met including providing regular status feedback to Engineering Manager and Project Managers/Engineers.
Coordinate and review technical contract documents and perform contractor design reviews.
Identify and analyse design changes, modify design drawings and documents accordingly.
Manage, attend and participate in FAT and SAT planning and execution.
Provide engineering support during construction.
Resolving and responding to technical queries from contractors.
Plan, coordinate and support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
Attend and contribute to site and project technical meetings as necessary.
Prepare EOJ final handover documentation including as-builts as necessary.
Prepare expressions of interests (EOIs), tenders and request for quotations.
Develop design tools and standards.
Assist and participate in business development and company marketing activities.
Desired Experience & Qualification
BSc Eng, BEng degree in Electrical Engineering
Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer
7 – 10 years of experience in the design, management and execution of Distribution substations up to 132kV design experience is a must.
Design experience on Transmission substations would be highly advantageous
Solid understanding of primary plant equipment technology, specification, sizing and selection
Experience designing substation earthing systems using CDEGS or Autogrid Pro
Experience within a consulting or EPC environment is a must
Design experience on overhead lines would be an advantage
Experience with Renewable Energy technologies such as PV, Wind and BESS will be an advantage
Project management and engineering is essential, especially managing stakeholders and other discipline engineers
Experience with developing and approving project design documentation, BOQ’s, technical specifications, perform concept and/or detail design layouts, and providing a detail design package that complies with applicable local, international and client specifications and standards
Experience with leading the preparation and submission of bids for energy infrastructure is an advantage
Proficient with Microsoft Office such as Excel, Word, Power Point and MS Projects