Substation Design Engineer

Hi,

We are hiring -

Number of vacancy - 30 (pls share reference also)

Location - Ahmedabad

CTC - open (20-30% hike on current CTC)

Position

Assistant Manager / Manager/ Deputy Manager Design & Engineering (Sub Station Design)

Location- Ahmedabad

Company- Reputed Infra & RE company with 3000+ employee strength

Department- Green Energy Division - Engineering & Design

Reporting to- Deputy General Manager (Renewables)

Job Summary

We are seeking an accomplished Assistant Manager – Substation Design & Engineering with proven expertise in AIS and GIS substations up to 220 kV voltage level. The ideal candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for the complete design, engineering, and interconnection of high-voltage substations for renewable and conventional power evacuation, grid strengthening, and industrial applications. The role requires a strong technical foundation, leadership in cross-functional coordination, and accountability across the full project lifecycle—from concept and tendering through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end design and engineering for AIS/GIS substations up to 220 kV, including grid-connected and pool-based substations for solar, wind, and hybrid projects.

Manage a team of electrical and civil design engineers to deliver integrated substation engineering packages.

Approve SLDs, layout drawings, equipment specifications, and GA drawings for switchyard and control room infrastructure.

Conduct and review power system studies such as load flow, short circuit, insulation coordination, earthing and lightning protection design.

Review protection philosophy, relay coordination studies, CT/PT sizing, and control & protection logic diagrams.

• Guide civil/structural design of switchyard foundations, control rooms, and cable trenches in line with seismic, soil, and load conditions.
• Interface with OEMs for procurement and integration of HV equipment such as circuit breakers, isolators, CTs, VTs, LA, busbars, and switchgear.
• Ensure technical compliance with CEA, CERC, STU, DISCOM, CEIG regulations, and international codes (IS, IEC, IEEE, UL, NFPA).
• Support technical design inputs during pre-bid and EPC proposal stages including BOQ, layouts, and design briefs.
• Supervise detailed design documentation for submission to clients, consultants, and statutory bodies.
• Coordinate with SLDC/STU/CEIG for interconnection compliance, approvals, and energization procedures.
• Ensure compatibility and integration of protection, SCADA, and remote operation systems with client networks.
• Oversee FAT, SAT, and QA/QC compliance during design and implementation stages.
• Conduct root cause analysis of system issues and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Maintain and enforce internal engineering standards, templates, and best practices documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and enable continuous skill development within the team.
• Analyze system performance, conduct root cause analysis for failures, and support predictive maintenance.
• Prepare technical reports, test plans, compliance checklists, and risk assessments (DFMEA).
• Participate in safety reviews, technical case studies, and client discussions.
• Support technical inputs for RfPs, DPRs, feasibility reports, and lender due diligence.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–12 years of hands-on experience in high-voltage substation design and grid interfacing (11kV to 220 kV).
• Experience delivering substations for transmission utilities, IPPs, renewable energy developers, or large industrial clients.
• Proficient in design software/tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP, CYME, Dig SILENT, PSCAD, and Excel-based sizing calculators.
• Deep understanding of HV equipment ratings, layouts, statutory approvals, and utility coordination.
• Familiarity with SCADA, RTU, communication protocols (IEC 61850, Modbus), and substation automation systems.
• Experience working with utilities like PGCIL, GETCO, TANGEDCO, or in renewable energy evacuation is desirable.
• Experience managing design teams of 4–15 engineers and coordinating with external consultants and clients.

Desirable Attributes:

• Strong technical leadership with a delivery mindset.
• Ability to guide and manage a cross-functional design team.
• Good communication and client coordination skills.
• Detail-oriented with a structured and process-driven approach.
• Willingness to travel for site coordination, FAT, and utility meetings as required.

Regards,

Neha Khandelwal

neha.k@ipsgroup.co.in

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