Protection & Control Engineer

Job Overview

The role focuses on designing electrical protection and control systems for substations, ranging from smaller distribution upgrades to large-scale transmission projects with voltage classes spanning from 33kV to 765kV. This position significantly impacts the resilience, reliability, and economical functioning of the electric power grid.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop proposals and define project scopes including conceptual designs and planning execution strategies.
• Estimate engineering costs, prepare man-hour projections, and schedule timelines.
• Create detailed engineering drawings for Extra-High Voltage (EHV) projects involving Air Insulated Substations (AIS) and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS).
• Design protection and control elements, including panel layouts, one-line and three-line diagrams, AC and DC schematics, equipment wiring plans, relay panel wiring diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, and Bill of Materials.
• Conduct engineering studies such as voltage drop and AC/DC load analyses and produce related calculations and reports.
• Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and facilitate factory acceptance testing procedures.
• Coordinate with multiple departments including Civil, Structural, Networks, and Transmission Line teams to ensure integrated designs.
• Review designs, participate in virtual client meetings, and ensure compliance with technical requirements.
• Monitor project schedules and collaborate closely with team members to deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
• Produce detailed substation design packages adhering to client technical standards or industry standards like IES, IEEE, or NESC.
• Collaborate with global Burns & McDonnell offices and practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Innovate and refine engineering processes, tools, and workflows to enhance design efficiency and project execution.
• Perform quality reviews of engineering designs and documents to maintain high standards.
• Exhibit problem-solving abilities through creativity, foresight, and sound judgment.
• Engage in organizational training and meetings related to company initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in substation protection and control engineering.

Skills and Knowledge

• Familiarity with engineering standards including NESC and IEEE; experience with projects in the US, Canada, or UK is advantageous.
• Membership in professional engineering bodies such as IET, CIGRE, IEC, or IEEE is preferred.
• Strong grasp of standard engineering procedures and quantitative problem-solving methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and strong computer literacy.
• Possess foundational knowledge of substation automation systems adhering to IEC61850 standards.
• Desirable understanding of relay and control/protection scheme testing.
• Considered knowledge in AutoCAD Electrical and 3D Substation Design software suites.
• Strong organizational, facilitation, teamwork, and problem-solving competencies.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The role does not involve travel. The job posting will be active for a minimum of 72 hours and remain open until filled.