Electrical Secondary Design Engineer(Substation) - UAE - L1

Overview

Electrical Secondary Design Engineer (Substation) - UAE - L1 summary : We are seeking an experienced Secondary Design Engineer to support pre-bid and execution phases of substation projects. The role involves preparing detailed control, protection, and automation designs, ensuring compliance with international standards, and coordinating across engineering disciplines to deliver optimized, cost-effective, and technically compliant solutions. Location :

UAE Experience Required :

7–12 years Key Responsibilities

Pre-Bid Design Review RFQs, tender specifications, and client documents for control, protection, and automation requirements. Prepare preliminary drawings : overall SLDs, protection SLDs, SCADA / communication architecture diagrams. Estimate control and protection scope, including : relay types / models and quantities; power, control, and FO cable quantities (as per voltage levels); terminal and I / O card requirements. Define typical schematics and wiring philosophies based on standards / past projects. Provide technical inputs to proposals, costing, and procurement teams for BOQ and bid pricing. Recommend relay and protection scheme selection based on technical specifications, grid codes, and cost efficiency. Suggest cost-optimized design solutions while ensuring technical compliance. Coordinate with OEMs / vendors for budgetary quotations, compliance checks, and feasibility. Support preparation of technical offers, bid clarifications, and compliance matrices. Execution Phase Develop detailed secondary engineering drawings, including inter-trip and interlocking logic diagrams, relay settings, CT / PT sizing calculations, time-current characteristics, cable schedules and termination details, and panel GA drawings, board formation & BOM. Hardware : Bay Control Units (BCUs), relays, RTUs, and IEDs; select and specify relays, SCADA, and control equipment based on client / project needs. Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, IS, and CEA / CBIP standards and utility codes. Collaborate with civil, mechanical, fire protection, CCTV, and communications teams for integrated designs. Prepare BOQ and support procurement with technical datasheets. Participate in design reviews, client meetings, FAT / SAT of panels, and support commissioning when required. Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Power Engineering (or equivalent). 7–12 years of experience in

secondary engineering design

for substation projects. Strong understanding of transmission project execution methodologies. Knowledge of basic civil engineering (preferred). Technical Skills

Software Proficiency :

ETAP, ABB PCM600 / GE EnerVista, ABB MicroSCADA, GridWorX Knowledge of Standards & Codes :

IEC, IS, IEEE, CEA / CBIP Key Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to interface with multi-disciplinary teams. Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and cost optimization. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Job Details

Seniority level :

Mid-Senior level Employment type :

Full-time Job function :

Design Industries :

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