Secondary Design - Substation
The opportunity:
Design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects, cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare Protection principle SLD, Schematics substation layouts, sections, Bill of materials, RFQs, vetting of vendor offers, engg hours estimation, visit to project sites, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation etc . Coordinate with Engineering Leads, Tendering team, Project managers, SCM, Secondary and civil / steel design functions, consultants, end customers etc. and provide required support in each Project / Tender.
How you'll make an impact:
- Review of Tender document, technical specifications and preparation of Design Intent Document. Preparation of Protection SLD showing principles, relays and meters and functional Design Standards/Descriptions and Signal list, trip matrix, Logics & Interlocks.
- Review of Vendor drawings and documents (technical vetting of Control & Relay panels, Auxiliary System). Preparation of schematic diagrams for the interface's equipment in Control & Relay Panel scheme thus providing completeness.
- Preparation of relay ordering information and circuit diagrams - New & Existing Set-up (applicable for retrofit projects) and Cable block diagram. Preparation of Cable Schedule & BoQ estimation for ordering and Wiring/Termination diagrams and Core sheets and SCS IO Schedule.
- Panel Engineering Expertise (Layouts, circuit diagram, wiring table, terminal table etc.,) - Preferred. Preparation of Voltage drop calculation - Trip & Close coil, LVAC power cable. Identification of existing drawings and modifying them using red and green markups as per standard requirements.
- Interface knowledge with Primary Equipment, Bay Controller Units /SCADA/RTU/Tele protection are essential. Auxiliary Power System design like Low Voltage AC Panel & DC Panel requirements, Aux Tr and Battery & Charger Sizing, ACDC Cable sizing & CB selectivity study and CT / VT Sizing and Relay configuration (Preferred).
- Excellent knowledge in AIS & GIS secondary designs and as Built documentation and Co-ordination with other departments like primary, lead engineer, sourcing, C&R factory counterpart & own department control and protection etc. for design progress & completion.
- Vendor Offer Evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary secondary equipment, system as and when needed and ensure Ontime delivery of design deliverables & to be vigilant on project schedule impacts.
- Responsible for obtaining customer approvals for the designs and drawings and technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation and take part in customer meetings / site visits for tender/project clarifications.
- Support and act as interface engineer during erection & commissioning and estimation of engineering effort for each project for costing at tender stage and Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort.
- Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system and ensure the Safety through design principles which meant for complete project lifecycle.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
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Your background:
- Bachelors Engineering in Electrical/Diploma in EEE, with 3-8 years' experience.
- Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC etc. Proficiency in required CAD design tools and E3.
- Knowledge in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical & commercial)
- Individual contributor using in-depth knowledge in a specific area to execute complex or specialized projects / challenges often thinking independently to challenge traditional solutions.
- Comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines in the organization. Works independently, applying established standards
- Excellent English speaker, good communication skills. Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization
- Team player, ready to play the role across the different countries. High level of ownership and able to guide and plan works for the team.
- Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.
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Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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