Power Systems Engineer

Job Description

Our dedicated Power Systems team plays a vital role in designing and delivering major projects at various international locations. The Power Systems team conducts specialist power studies across all sectors, including Critical Systems teams, focusing on hyperscale data centres, Building Services, and large-scale construction projects throughout the business. Furthermore, the Power Systems team is expanding into new areas such as large-scale renewables.

As a leader in this market, we were one of the first consultancies to design air optimised data centres and are at the forefront of this cooling strategy, which has resulted in attaining the first ever BREEAM 'Outstanding' rating awarded to a data centre and significantly contributed to others achieving LEED 'Gold', or even targeting 'Platinum' status.

The team are a source of world leading expertise - and offer a pro-active and collaborative approach to skill development, and professional excellence.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and talented Electrical Power Systems Engineer to join our team in Chennai to work on the design of some of the most exciting projects locally & regionally.

The applicant will require a good working knowledge of ETAP and/or SKM-PTW MV systems analysis software. To be fully conversant in power systems and support / undertake (i) grid substations design (ii) CT calculations (iii) differential protection stability slopes (iv) rate of rise voltage calculations (v) substation design (vi) running power systems studies (vii) writing power system reports.

The role will suit someone who is already experienced in the design of medium voltage distribution systems. The role will involve power plant systems analysis on HV, MV and LV distribution on data centre and other projects, from plant upgrades through to 100MW+ hyperscale projects.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to grow their knowledge by working with highly technical and supporting colleagues.

Main responsibilities:

• Produce engineering designs, calculations, and specifications, using appropriate technical software.
• To be conversant in power systems including (i) grid substations design (ii) CT calculations (iii) differential protection stability slopes (iv) rate of rise voltage calculations.
• Understand and use ETAP and PTW power systems software to model complex network and run advanced power system studies.
• To understand the theory behind power systems software.
• Co-ordinate input from other disciplines and specialisms as required.
• Prepare technical reports in accordance with clients' briefs.
• Supervise and co-ordinate the production of technical drawings.
• Attend and participate in client and (internal and external) project meetings.
• Undertake site visits to monitor the progress of works against Cundall's specification, and highlight issues to the contractor, client and/or (internal or external) project manager as necessary.
• Report regularly to relevant Principles / Associate(s) on the progress of assigned work.
• Correspond with external third parties (e.g. clients, contractors, architects and/or manufacturers) regarding information and technical queries.
• Comply with project management, Operational (QA), Environmental and Health and Safety procedures.
• Proactively manage own continuing professional development (including, where appropriate, actively pursuing Chartership with an appropriate professional institution).
• Attend project meetings, site as well as factory tests as required

The Skills

Educated to degree level in Electrical Engineering, you have gained relevant experience in an Electrical Engineering role, ideally within a data centre/critical systems context.

You have proven experience in detailed coordination with other design disciplines and are well-versed in electrical theory and the use of relevant design software. You will also be required to coordinate with team resources, including junior engineers and BIM/CAD technicians.

You have proven ability in producing schematic diagrams, fault and discrimination studies, preparing specifications and project reports, carrying out site inspections and surveys, and detail design development, and crucially - you have a passion for accurate design of electrical systems.

Given this role's collaborative and client-focused nature, excellent communication skills and experience in using your initiative to overcome challenges are essential.

We know that to be the best at what we do, we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That's why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.