Senior Design Engineer

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Role Description The Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution will be responsible for designing, reviewing, and optimizing electrical power distribution systems for industrial and commercial projects. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Bagru, focused on creating detailed electrical layouts, single-line diagrams, load calculations, cable sizing, and panel schedules in line with applicable standards and safety regulations. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with project teams, vendors, and contractors; preparing technical documentation such as drawings, BOQs, and specifications; and supporting installation, testing, and commissioning activities when required. The role also involves troubleshooting design issues, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, supporting cost-effective design decisions, and contributing to continuous improvement of design processes and templates.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering, with practical understanding of electricity and power systems.
Applied experience in Electrical Design and Design Engineering for power distribution projects.
Proficiency in designing Power Distribution networks, including LV/MV systems, switchgear, and protective devices.
Ability to use CAD or similar design tools for electrical drawings and documentation.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
Knowledge of relevant electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and problem-solving skills in an engineering environment.
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional project teams on-site.
Experience in industrial or manufacturing setups and familiarity with project execution phases is an advantage.
Purpose
We are looking for a competent and detail-oriented Secondary Design Engineer with 5–7
years of experience in UK power distribution projects. The role focuses on the design and
engineering of protection, control, and SCADA systems for primary substations (up to
400kV) supporting DNO/IDNO/ICP frameworks.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of protection schemes, control
philosophies, and UK utility standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include the following.  Design of secondary systems for substations (11kV to 400kV), including:  Protection schemes  Control and interlocking systems  SCADA and RTU integration  Preparation of detailed engineering deliverables:  Protection & control schematics  Wiring diagrams (AC/DC)  Cable schedules and interconnection diagrams  Relay configuration and logic diagrams  Develop and review protection philosophies and coordination studies  Selection and specification of:  Protection relays (distance, differential, overcurrent, etc.)  Control panels, RTUs, and communication systems  Ensure compliance with UK DNO/IDNO standards and specifications  Interface with primary, civil, and commissioning teams  Participate in design reviews and ensure QA/QC compliance  Provide mentorship to junior engineers
Key Skills & Competencies  Strong understanding of:
o Protection schemes for transformers, feeders, and busbars
o Substation automation and SCADA systems
o Control and interlocking logic  Experience with UK standards and frameworks (e.g., UKPN, SSEN, ENA, IEC)  Familiarity with:
o Numerical relays (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Schneider)
o IEC 61850 communication protocols  Proficiency in tools such as:
o AutoCAD / ETAP
o Protection setting tools (e.g., DIGSI, PCM600, MiCOM - preferred)  Understanding of earthing, DC systems, and auxiliary supplies  Knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK HSE practices (preferred)  Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline  Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent  5–7 years of experience in secondary design within UK utility/consultancy projects  Progress toward Chartered Engineer (CEng) status (preferred)  Experience working on DNO frameworks (e.g., UKPN, SSEN)  Exposure to IDNO/ICP connection projects  Experience with substation automation systems and IEC 61850-based designs  Site experience in

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