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About the Role

In this role, you will play a key part in the design and delivery of complex high-voltage substation projects (AIS, GIS, and hybrid systems). From engineering and planning to commissioning, you will take ownership of primary technology packages, ensuring technical excellence while contributing to projects that are shaping the future of the energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Designing and engineering primary systems for AIS, GIS, and hybrid substations
• Developing technical documentation, layouts, and engineering drawings using AutoCAD 2D/3D and Primtech
• Creating substation layouts, site plans, single-line diagrams, floor plans, and sectional drawings
• Performing electrical design studies and calculations, including short-circuit calculations and force analyses, busbar and conductor sizing, thermal and mechanical assessments, insulation coordination, earthing and lightning protection design, and cable sizing and routing
• Specifying, selecting, and dimensioning high-voltage equipment
• Providing technical inputs for steel structure and foundation design, including mechanical loads and equipment forces
• Preparing technical tender documentation for primary substation systems and auxiliary power systems
• Coordinating interfaces with civil, structural, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Reviewing supplier documentation, technical specifications, and design deliverables, as well as participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
• Ensuring compliance with applicable standards and project requirements, including IEC, EN, DIN, VDE, and customer specifications
• Taking ownership of engineering work packages from concept and detailed design through commissioning

Requirements

• Analytical and proactive engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and collaborating within international project teams
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in primary design and engineering of high-voltage substations (110-400 kV)
• Solid practical experience with AIS and/or GIS substations
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards, including IEC, EN, DIN, and VDE
• Experience performing electrical design calculations for primary substation systems
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D/3D, Primtech, and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent English communication skills and the ability to work effectively in German, both verbally and in writing
• Valid Class B driving licence
• Experience working on EPC projects
• Exposure to STATCOM, HVDC, or other advanced transmission technologies
• Experience supporting FAT, SAT, or commissioning activities

Skills

• AutoCAD 2D/3D
• Primtech
• Microsoft Office applications
• Electrical design calculations
• STATCOM
• HVDC

Location

• Berlin, Germany

Work Type

• Permanent contract
• Willingness to travel throughout Germany and possibly also internationally

Experience Level

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience

Education Level

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a specialization in Power Systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Unique opportunities for training, personal development, and career growth

About the Company

• Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global engineering consultancy and part of Elia Group (Belgium) and 50Hertz (Germany).
• We specialize in addressing complex challenges in power systems, delivering high-quality solutions that support the energy transition.
• Our multidisciplinary team of experts provides strategic, technical, and regulatory advice across all areas of power transmission, offering a broad range of services to clients around the world.
• We have offices in Belgium, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Malaysia, Canada and The US.

Equal Opportunity

• At EGI, we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting gender equality and ensuring fair opportunities across all stages of your career. We believe that diverse teams foster greater creativity, innovation, and performance. Join us and help create an environment where everyone can thrive.