Principle Engineer

AtkinsRéalis • Portland, OR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Power Grid Division is involved in the electricity utilities sector in the UK & I, Canada, US, ME and APAC. We provide value-added engineering services and built solutions across the entire spectrum of electricity networks, from high voltage power transmission grids to low voltage industrial power distribution. We have designed HV Substations up to 400kV and Electrical infrastructure for large industrial/ Multi Use developments and Heavy industries. The team provides services to clients across the globe, however the major clients are in UK and Middle East. The Power T&D team is looking for experienced Sr. Principal engineers in HV Plant Discipline, as we look to grow the team in line with business requirements. So, if you are interested in working for an internationally renowned consultancy and working on some challenging projects across UK, Canada & ANZ, come join us at AtkinsRéalis.

Requirements

• Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering with around 15+ years of experience in Design of Protection & Control Systems.
• Hands-on Experience in design of protection systems applied to Busbars, Feeders, Transformers, Reactors, Bus Section, Bus Couplers, Reactors etc. on the 132kV and above systems.
• Appreciation for the principles of Current & Voltage Transformers, Auto Reclose, Circuit Breaker Fail & Plant Auto Switching arrangements.
• Ability to complete design deliverables – Single Line Diagram (SLD) & Protection SLD (or) Key Line Diagram (KLD); Circuit Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, General Arrangement Diagrams, Cable Schedules, Cable Block Diagrams and Termination Schedules etc.
• Ability to produce design documentation – Design Basis Report, Case Studies and Project Design Specification.
• Be competent to review/approve the design drawings & documents produced by other engineers.
• Member of IET & working towards Chartered Engineer accreditation.
• Strong English Communication Skills needed to co-ordinate with client and other internal stake holders.
• Be a part of the team which is working at different geographical locations and co-ordinate for the needs of the project.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
• Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.
• To provide support and advice to members the team, this may also include line management responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as Commissioning engineer will be added advantage.
• Experience of working UK National Grid / SSEN substation projects / EPC Contractor.
• MS Office
• AutoCAD 2D
• Trimble (Amtech) - Desirable
• ETAP/PSCAD – Desirable

Responsibilities

• Using your experience and knowledge, you will be leading the delivery of a variety of projects drawing upon the wider team for the technical engineering requirements and building a strong relationship with our clients.
• You will be client-facing, responsible for the delivery of our work and making sure it meets our client’s expectations.
• Experience of undertaking FEED or Detailed design of HV and EHV (132kV to 765kV) AIS , GIS and HVDC Substations
• Produce design drawings & documentation for Front End Engineering Design (FEED) such as Protection Single Line Diagram (or) Key Line Diagram (KLD), Work Specification, Assessment of requirement for Auxiliary Systems etc.
• Complete Detailed Design Deliverables – Circuit Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Cable Schedules, Cable Block Diagrams, General Arrangement Diagrams, Termination Schedules etc.
• Interface substation auxiliary systems and other equipment with Protection & Control Systems
• Complete design calculations – LVAC & DC System Sizing, CT & VT adequacy checks, Cable Sizing etc.
• You could also be working on Fault Current Calculations, Relay Settings and IED Configuration based on the skill set and project requirements.
• Report Writing Skills.
• Preparation of bid documents and bid evaluations.
• Ensure interdisciplinary coordination.
• Contribute to Tendering activities by supporting with preliminary design documentation & drawings, Bill of Quantities, Engineering Man Hour Estimates etc.
• Lead P&C design on a project and engage with junior engineers & graduate engineers.
• Mentoring other engineers and help them become better engineers.
• Manage the team and actively involve in finding the requirements of engineers and find ways to fulfil.
• Provide engineering support and solve queries during construction, testing and commissioning, attend site meetings and inspections.

Benefits

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior