Consultant Electrical Equipment Expert

Job Description

Roles & ResponsibilitiesLead and perform design and technical reviews of electrical equipment and systems for HV/EHV substation and power transmission projects.Review electrical equipment specifications, datasheets, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.Provide technical expertise for the selection, sizing, specification, and integration of electrical equipment.Review and assess the design of:Power TransformersGIS/AIS SubstationsCircuit BreakersSurge ArrestersDisconnectorsLoad Break SwitchesCTs/PTsPost InsulatorsWall BushingsReview and provide technical input on grounding/earthing systems and lightning protection systems.Review AC/DC auxiliary systems, including UPS systems, batteries, and battery chargers.Review HV/MV/LV cable selection, sizing, routing requirements, and technical specifications.Verify equipment ratings and ensure compatibility with system requirements and project specifications.Review electrical equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings.Evaluate vendor technical submissions, drawings, calculations, datasheets, and compliance documents.Ensure equipment specifications comply with applicable IEC, IEEE, and project-specific standards.Identify technical deviations, design risks, and interface issues and recommend appropriate engineering solutions.Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, consultants, manufacturers, and suppliers.Provide technical support during design development, procurement, manufacturing, testing, installation, and commissioning activities, where required.Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, calculations, equipment schedules, and other engineering deliverables.Support technical clarification meetings and respond to client and project-related engineering queries.Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and engineering team members.Ensure all engineering deliverables meet project quality requirements, technical specifications, and applicable standardsDesired Candidate ProfileEducational QualificationsBachelor?s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering or equivalent qualification from a reputed university.A Master?s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems will be an advantage.ExperienceMinimum 15 years of relevant professional experience in electrical engineering.Extensive experience in the design and technical review of electrical equipment for HV/EHV substations, power transmission, or similar projects.Strong experience with major electrical equipment and systems, including:Power TransformersGIS/AISCircuit BreakersSurge ArrestersGrounding/Earthing SystemsLightning Protection SystemsAC/DC Auxiliary SystemsUPS, Batteries & Battery ChargersHV/MV/LV CablesDisconnectorsLoad Break SwitchesCTs/PTsPost InsulatorsWall BushingsTechnical SkillsStrong knowledge of HV/EHV electrical equipment and substation engineering.Good understanding of equipment ratings, selection, sizing, and integration.Knowledge of electrical protection, insulation coordination, grounding, and lightning protection principles.Proficiency in relevant electrical engineering software and design/drawing tools.Ability to interpret and review Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), electrical schematics, equipment layouts, and technical drawings.Good knowledge of applicable IEC/IEEE standards and international engineering practices.Strong understanding of electrical equipment specifications and technical documentation.Ability to review and evaluate vendor technical offers and documentation.Key CompetenciesStrong technical and analytical skills.Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Strong technical documentation and report-writing skills.Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary engineering teams.Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy.Ability to manage multiple engineering deliverables and meet project timelines.

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