Project Engineer - Substation
GECO M&E LTDJob Description
Job Purpose To plan, execute, and monitor substation projects (AIS/GIS) from design through commissioning, ensuring technical compliance, quality, safety, and timely delivery. Key Responsibilities - Manage end-to-end execution of substation projects (132KV and above), including design coordination, site execution, testing, and commissioning - Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams for technical clarifications and approvals - Prepare and monitor project schedules, resource plans, and budgets; track progress against milestones - Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of substation equipment such as power/distribution transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, isolators, CTs/PTs, relays, and control & protection panels - Ensure compliance with relevant statutory, safety, and quality standards (IE Rules, IEC/IS standards, etc.) - Liaise with statutory authorities for approvals and inspections as required - Troubleshoot technical issues during execution and commissioning phases - Prepare project documentation, progress reports, and as-built drawings - Manage site teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards Key Requirements: Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering / electrical & Electronics Engineering Experience: 5–10 years in electrical substation projects, preferably 132 kV and above. - Hands-on experience in 33/66/132/220/400 kV substations. - Experience with 132 kV GIS/AIS, 11 kV switchgear and power transformers. - HV/MV cable laying and termination. - Protection & control panels, SCADA/SCMS and DC systems. - Earthing, lightning protection and capacitor bank installation. - Experience in installation, testing, commissioning and site coordination. - Ability to read SLD, schematic, wiring and cable schedule drawings. - Good coordination with clients, consultants, contractors and vendors.
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