Principal Engineer - Primary Substation
Core
Lead design and engineering of primary electrical systems for high-voltage transmission and distribution substations (AIS/GIS), ensuring system stability and protection.
Role type
Principal Engineer (Primary Substation)
Builds
HVDC/HVAC converter stations, transformer layouts, busduct routing, grounding systems, and underground cable integration for EHV grid substations.
Domain
Energy / Power Transmission & Distribution / Electrical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
EHV Grid Substation design, short-circuit force calculations, sag-tension analysis, fault current analysis, equipment protection design, earthing system design, HV plant design (132kV-400kV), GIS/AIS design, cable sizing and routing, transformer layout optimization, bill of materials (BOM) development, technical specification preparation, code compliance (IEEE, IEC, National Grid), team leadership and mentorship, client management, design automation scripting.
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, experience leading large design teams in global consultancies, prior work with Grid Utilities, exposure to international standards (ANSI, Australian, NEC, BS, Middle East codes), FEED experience.
Technologies
GIS, AIS, HVDC, HVAC, IEEE, IEC, National Grid, AECOM design management processes
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor primary engineers and technical specialists; prepare designs and deliverables for primary electrical systems; perform short-circuit, sag-tension, and fault current analyses; design earthing, grounding, and lightning protection systems; coordinate with civil teams for structural integration; develop equipment specifications and BOMs; review auxiliary systems (cooling, power, battery); ensure compliance with international codes and standards; drive innovation in AI and digital automation; support technical bids and client meetings.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership