Senior CAD Technician – Protection & Control

WSP
Noida, IN

  • Prepare detailed engineering drawings and schematics for control and protection panels (400kV to 11kV) for substations. 
  • Develop layouts for OHL/UG cable feeders, transformer control, and relay panels. 
  • Create and update Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), bus bar protection schemes, and equipment details. 
  • Convert and retrofit existing designs (PDF to DWG), ensuring logic matches for new and existing substations. 
  • Perform cable sizing, AC/DC load calculations, relay settings, and fault level analysis. 
  • Ensure high quality and accuracy of all drafted components, suggesting modifications for performance enhancement. 
  • Facilitate implementation of design changes, process improvements, and pilot new products. 
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, electrical) and international counterparts. 
  • Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing best practices and technical expertise. 
  • Adhere to company and client drafting standards and procedures. 
  • Conduct periodic quality checks and support project documentation. Develop and enhance processes, tools, and potentially implement new technologies into the design process.
  • Periodic Quality check to be conducted for other engineers & designers.
  • Exhibit ingenuity, foresight, and wise decision-making skills in proactively identifying and resolving challenges.
  • Contribute to the progress and growth of departmental tools and workflows aimed at improving the effectiveness of design processes, specification development, and project implementation.
  • Engage in training sessions and meetings dedicated to addressing targeted organizational initiatives.
  • Possess a Diploma or Degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Have a minimum of four years and a maximum of seven years of experience in the field of Substation Transmission & Distribution, Renewable (Onshore & Offshore wind/ Solar), BESS projects.
  • Experience on working in Raster image files.
  • Preferably familiar with US projects. Experience of working in a drafting & design role on National Electricity Code and other utility Codes and Standards applicable in the US will be an added advantage.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Script and E-Plan for Engineering design is desirable.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
  • Good Communication Skills

Mandatory Skills

  • Substation Protection & Control Design, AutoCAD.
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