The posting
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Primary Design Engineer for HV/EHV GIS & AIS substation projects. The role involves handling pre-bid and detailed engineering, including layouts, equipment sizing, grounding, busbar design, and coordination with cross-functional teams.
Pre-Bid Engineering
- Review tender documents, technical specifications, and project requirements
- Prepare conceptual primary layouts, GA drawings, and SLDs
- Develop preliminary BOQs, equipment sizing, and quantity take-offs
- Propose optimized layouts considering cost, space, safety, and constructability
- Coordinate with estimation and proposal teams
- Interface with OEMs/vendors for technical data and inputs
- Identify technical risks, deviations, and value-engineering opportunities
- Support technical clarifications and bid evaluations
Detailed Engineering / Execution
- Prepare and review: General Arrangement (GA) & layout drawings Equipment layout plans and sectional views Cable routing and earthing layouts Busbar calculations and drawings HV equipment interconnection details
- Perform equipment sizing and selection: Circuit breakers, isolators, CTs, PTs, surge arresters, etc.
- Conduct electrical and mechanical clearance studies
- Develop and review substation grounding (earthing) design
- Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, IS, CBIP and client standards
- Coordinate with secondary design, civil, and protection teams
- Participate in design reviews and client/consultant meetings
Qualifications
- BE / B.Tech or ME / M.Tech in Electrical Engineering
Experience
- 10+ years in Electrical Primary Design
- Strong experience in GIS & AIS substations (HV/EHV up to 380kV)



