Job Description

Senior Protection & SCMS Electrical Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Senior Protection & SCMS Electrical Engineer

with a strong background in protection relay testing, commissioning, and maintenance of

11 kV & 33 kV switchgear systems

. The ideal candidate will also have solid technical expertise in

SCMS (Substation Control & Monitoring Systems)

and will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of medium-voltage electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Protection & Testing

Perform testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of

protection relays

for 11kV and 33kV switchgear. Review and analyze relay coordination, protection settings, and logic diagrams. Conduct secondary injection, primary injection, and end-to-end testing using standard relay testing kits. Diagnose and resolve protection-related faults and interface issues.

Switchgear Expertise

Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of

11 kV & 33 kV switchgear

, including breakers, CTs, VTs, protection panels, and control wiring. Perform periodic maintenance to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.

SCMS (Substation Control & Monitoring Systems)

Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot SCMS systems including RTUs, communication protocols (IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus), and data integration. Ensure seamless communication between field devices and SCMS/SCADA platforms. Participate in system upgrades, logic modifications, and cyber-security compliance activities.

Project & Documentation

Lead or support commissioning activities for new substations and system expansions. Prepare test reports, engineering documents, wiring diagrams, and as-built drawings. Coordinate with clients, contractors, and OEMs to ensure project milestones are met.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

7+ years of proven experience

in protection engineering and SCMS. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills. Ability to work independently and lead technical activities.
Job Type: Full-time