Senior CAD Technician – Protection & Control

  • Prepare detailed engineering drawings and schematics for control and protection panels (400kV to 11kV) for substations.
  • Develop layouts for OHL/UG cable feeders, transformer control, and relay panels.
  • Create and update Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), bus bar protection schemes, and equipment details.
  • Convert and retrofit existing designs (PDF to DWG), ensuring logic matches for new and existing substations.
  • Perform cable sizing, AC/DC load calculations, relay settings, and fault level analysis.
  • Ensure high quality and accuracy of all drafted components, suggesting modifications for performance enhancement.
  • Facilitate implementation of design changes, process improvements, and pilot new products.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, electrical) and international counterparts.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing best practices and technical expertise.
  • Adhere to company and client drafting standards and procedures.
  • Conduct periodic quality checks and support project documentation. Develop and enhance processes, tools, and potentially implement new technologies into the design process.
  • Periodic Quality check to be conducted for other engineers & designers.
  • Exhibit ingenuity, foresight, and wise decision-making skills in proactively identifying and resolving challenges.
  • Contribute to the progress and growth of departmental tools and workflows aimed at improving the effectiveness of design processes, specification development, and project implementation.
  • Engage in training sessions and meetings dedicated to addressing targeted organizational initiatives.
  • Possess a Diploma or Degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Have a minimum of four years and a maximum of seven years of experience in the field of Substation Transmission & Distribution, Renewable (Onshore & Offshore wind/ Solar), BESS projects.
  • Experience on working in Raster image files.
  • Preferably familiar with US projects. Experience of working in a drafting & design role on National Electricity Code and other utility Codes and Standards applicable in the US will be an added advantage.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Script and E-Plan for Engineering design is desirable.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
  • Good Communication Skills

Mandatory Skills

  • Substation Protection & Control Design, AutoCAD.
  • Hold a Diploma degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Have a minimum of eight years and a maximum of twelve years of experience in the field of Substation Transmission & Distribution, Renewable (Onshore & Offshore wind/ Solar), USA projects.
  • Thorough knowledge and experience applying National Electricity Code, Technical Specification, Technical Guidance Notes, and Design Handbooks relating to substation protection & control in the US.
  • Membership in a relevant professional Engineering Institution, such as IET, CIGRE, IEC, IEEE, is preferred.
  • Possess a strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Demonstrates diligence, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Highly desirable: Proficiency in AutoCAD Software and E-Plan would be an added advantage.

BGV:

  • Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
  • Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

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