Principal Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (primary)

AECOM Australia PTY LTD

Medellín, Colombia
On-site
Hv plant design for ehv grid substations
Primary substation system design
Short-circuit and fault current analysis
AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions

Job Summary

  • AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions.
  • The Principal Engineer will be responsible for the design and deliverables related to primary electrical systems for transmission and distribution projects, including HVDC and HVAC integration.
  • AECOM offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive global team environment focused on career growth and impactful projects.

Matching Summary

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • HV Plant Design for EHV Grid Substations
  • Primary substation system design
  • Short-circuit and fault current analysis
  • Preparation of single-line diagrams and layouts
  • English language proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with international electrical standards
  • Leadership of large design engineering teams
  • Coordination with civil and external teams
  • Master of Engineering degree
  • Chartered or Professional Engineer license

Key Requirements

  • Electrical or Electrician Engineer with 6+ years experience
  • Experience in HV Plant Design for large EHV Grid Substations
  • Prior leadership of large design engineering teams preferred
  • Exposure to international standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI, Australian Standards)
  • English language mandatory (oral and written)
  • 10+ years overall experience preferred
  • Master of Engineering or equivalent preferred
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • No relocation assistance or sponsorship for Colombia work authorization

Work Rights

Must have Colombia work authorization

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