Transmission & Substation Engineer

  • Senior-level, Long-term consulting assignment
  • Posted on 24 March 2011
  • Bangladesh
  • Closing on 1 April 2011

Job Description

SMEC is a professional services firm with Australian origins and a global footprint that provides high quality consultancy services on major infrastructure projects. With over 4,000 employees and an established network of over 40 offices around the world, SMEC is continuing to grow its business.

We urgently need a Transmission & Substation Engineer for a 360MW Combined Cycle Power Plant Project in Bangladesh.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review of implementation program and construction schedule
  • Review and approval of detailed designs, drawings and procedures related to all transmission & substation components, such as step-up transformers, 230 KV switchyard, interfacing with national grid, relocation of existing substation, etc
  • Witnessing factory tests of major equipment and delivery control during manufacturing
  • Supervision & control of construction works in respect of design, drawings and work schedule
  • Supervision & control of substation (existing 132/33/11 kV) relocation work
  • Submission of monthly and quarterly progress reports
  • Assist in testing, commissioning and acceptance tests
  • Fault level calculation and relay coordination
  • Compilation of final test results as base line data for future reference
  • Assist with preparation of operation & maintenance manuals
  • Assist to prepare and implement maintenance schedules and procedures
  • Assist in developing system for preservation of maintenance records
  • Formulation and implementation of training program for O & M personnel
  • Assist in preparation of as-built drawings and inventory records
  • Assist in preparation of three (3) years spare parts list
  • Assist to prepare LTSA

Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Masters of Science or at least Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • Above 20 years of professional experience in the power sector
  • Has at least 10 years practical experience in HV Transmission and Substation projects (230kV, 132kV, 11kv)
  • Has completed transmission & substation part of at least one 360MW Combined Cycle Power Plant Project as Transmission and Substation Engineer,
  • Has working experience in countries having similar geographic conditions like Bangladesh
  • Has working experience in JICA, WB, ADB or other international donor funded projects
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
  • Ability to write effectively in English to furnish reports
  • Professional delivery and appearance to ensure SMEC image is maintained
  • Courteous and business orientated manners when communicating with stakeholders to foster and promote good working relations
  • Co-operative and flexible work style to work in a team environment
  • Willingness to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge
  • Ability to apply new knowledge
  • Able to work under pressure

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