Protection Application Design Engineer (Protection Relays & IEC 61850)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Protection Application Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, configuration, and commissioning of IED protection parameters, communication systems, and automation logic for complex technical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and select the appropriate IEDs based on project requirements and protection schemes.
• Configure and implement LV/MV protection settings.
• Develop, test, and commission Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) logic.
• Configure advanced protection relays and develop custom logic functions within IEDs.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Prepare and implement communication configurations, including CID files for SCADA integration.
• Configure IEC 61850 communication, GOOSE messaging, and network architecture between connected devices.
• Perform signal and loop testing with SCADA, EMCS, and switchgear systems.
• Support site commissioning activities and troubleshoot protection and communication issues.
• Participate in tendering activities, including effort estimation and manhour calculations.
• Prepare technical documentation and provide engineering support throughout project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of e