Manager – Electrical Primary Design (Substations) - KSA

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Primary Design Engineer for HV/EHV GIS & AIS substation projects . The role involves handling pre-bid and detailed engineering , including layouts, equipment sizing, grounding, busbar design, and coordination with cross-functional teams. Gulf experience is mandatory. Pre-Bid Engineering Review tender documents, technical specifications, and project requirements Prepare conceptual primary layouts, GA drawings, and SLDs Develop preliminary BOQs, equipment sizing, and quantity take-offs Propose optimized layouts considering cost, space, safety, and constructability Coordinate with estimation and proposal teams Interface with OEMs/vendors for technical data and inputs Identify technical risks, deviations, and value-engineering opportunities Support technical clarifications and bid evaluations Detailed Engineering / Execution Prepare and review: General Arrangement (GA) & layout drawings Equipment layout plans and sectional views Cable routing and earthing layouts Busbar calculations and drawings HV equipment interconnection details Perform equipment sizing and selection: Circuit breakers, isolators, CTs, PTs, surge arresters, etc.

Conduct electrical and mechanical clearance studies Develop and review substation grounding (earthing) design Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, IS, CBIP and client standards Coordinate with secondary design, civil, and protection teams Participate in design reviews and client/consultant meetings Qualifications BE / B.Tech or ME / M.

Tech in Electrical Engineering Experience 7–10 years in Electrical Primary Design Strong experience in GIS & AIS substations (HV/EHV up to 380kV) Gulf experience mandatory Saudi project experience preferred