Primary Design Engineer (MV Components)

About the role

You will take on a key engineering role, managing the design and selection of primary components during both tender and project execution phases. You will bridge the gap between clients and suppliers to ensure technical compliance and success.

You are offered the opportunity to build a stable, long-term relationship with a global industry leader. Whether you are a professional with a few years of solid component experience or a more seasoned engineer, this role offers significant independent responsibility.

Work tasks

This role focuses strictly on the primary electrical design and functionality of components. It involves independent technical execution, supplier management, and client technical negotiations.

• Select and design primary components, focusing deeply on their electrical functions and parameters (including reactors, capacitor banks, and busbars)
• Calculate component clearances and ensure electrical integrity for substation primary designs
• Manage the RFQ process and perform technical evaluations with equipment suppliers
• Conduct electrical and electromagnetic field studies
• Negotiate technical deviations and clarifications directly with clients
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) at supplier facilities
• Ensure designs meet global standards such as IEC, IEEE, and local APAC requirements

We are looking for

• 2+ years of hands-on experience specifically in substation primary design or medium-voltage component engineering.
• Deep understanding of the electrical functions and parameters of components (Note: This is an electrical primary design role, not purely mechanical structural design or secondary/protection SLD work).
• Ability to conduct electrical/electromagnetic field studies and calculate component clearances.
• Capability to manage technical tasks, RFQs, and negotiations independently.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems or High Voltage.
• Willingness to travel for Factory Acceptance Tests.

It is meritorious if you have

• Good knowledge of IEC, IEEE, or local APAC standards.
• Experience in Energy Technology focused on power transmission and plants.

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.