What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substation Engineer position at Oscar Technology?
Job Details
We're seeking skilled Solar Substation Engineers to design and deliver cutting-edge electrical infrastructure that powers renewable energy projects. Join teams working on transformative projects in the solar sector, where your expertise will drive the future of clean energy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Electrical Design: Develop detailed designs for substation components, including switchgear, transformers, and protection/control systems, with a focus on high-voltage (34.5kV to 500kV) applications.
- System Studies: Conduct power flow, short circuit, grounding, and protection coordination studies to ensure reliability and compliance.
- Technical Documentation: Create detailed engineering documentation, including single-line diagrams, general arrangements, and wiring schematics.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure designs adhere to NEC, NESC, IEEE, IEC, and regional utility standards.
- Project Management: Collaborate with stakeholders to manage timelines, budgets, and project deliverables.
- Equipment Specifications: Develop procurement specifications for substation components and evaluate vendor proposals.
- Construction Support: Provide technical guidance during construction, commissioning, and testing phases.
Qualifications We're Looking For:
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: 3-7 years of experience in high-voltage substation design, ideally in solar or renewable energy projects.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, or PLS-CADD.
- Strong understanding of relay protection and control schemes.
- Familiarity with SCADA integration and communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850).
- Certifications: PE (Professional Engineer) license is highly desirable.
Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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