Electrical Field Engineer – Substation & HVDC

Job Purpose

Supervise installation testing and pre-commissioning of substation primary equipment gantries busbars conductors earthing cabling and associated electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Review approved electrical drawings equipment layouts erection manuals method statements and ITPs.
• Verify foundation and interface readiness before equipment installation.
• Supervise erection of GIS/AIS equipment circuit breakers disconnectors earthing switches CTs CVTs VTs surge arresters and insulators.
• Monitor erection of power transformers converter transformers reactors filters and auxiliary transformers.
• Supervise gantry erection flexible busbar stringing rigid bus installation and jumper connections.
• Verify sag-tension clearances hardware clamps connectors and equipment-terminal loading.
• Monitor OPGW shield-wire and communication-cable installation within the station.
• Supervise earthing-grid installation equipment bonding and earth-resistance testing.
• Monitor cable-tray installation cable laying tagging glanding termination and continuity testing.
• Coordinate installation of control protection SAS SCADA telecom and metering panels.
• Verify installation of ACDB DCDB battery chargers batteries UPS and station auxiliary systems.
• Witness equipment pre-commissioning tests and verify approved test formats.
• Monitor oil filtration vacuum processing gas handling and equipment-preservation activities where applicable.
• Coordinate interface checks between primary equipment secondary systems and OEM packages.
• Maintain equipment-installation test and punch-list records.
• Support system walkdowns energization readiness and handover.

Key Deliverables

• Equipment-installation checklists.
• Busbar and gantry inspection records.
• Cable and earthing-test reports.
• Equipment pre-commissioning records.
• Electrical punch-list and readiness report.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualification and Experience

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5-8 years of EHV substation installation experience.
• Experience in GIS/AIS transformers reactors switchyard equipment busbars and cabling.
• Knowledge of pre-commissioning and equipment-installation requirements.

Additional Information :

Supervise installation testing and pre-commissioning of substation primary equipment gantries busbars conductors earthing cabling and associated electrical systems.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time