Planning Engineer - Transmission

• Lead the planning and design of transmission and substation cable systems including both medium and high-voltage cables ensuring they meet performance safety and regulatory requirements.
  
• Oversee the development of routing plans installation methods and cable specifications.
  
• Conduct in-depth load flow studies and fault analysis for the design and optimization of transmission cable systems and substation connections.
  

Project Management and Execution:

• Plan schedule and manage the execution of cable installation projects ensuring all work is completed in compliance with quality safety and environmental standards.
  
• Monitor and update project schedules ensuring alignment with overall transmission network goals and timelines.
  

Design & Technical Leadership:

• Lead the design review process for cable installations on transmission lines and substations ensuring designs are technically sound and feasible.
  
• Provide advanced technical guidance on cable system layout routing connections and protection schemes.
  

Advanced Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyse cable system performance load flow data and fault occurrences to identify potential improvements in network reliability and efficiency.
  
• Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations for senior management stakeholders and regulatory bodies highlighting key findings project progress and recommendations.
  

Cost Control and Resource Management:

• Lead the development of cost estimates material requirements and labour resources for cable projects.
  
• Monitor project expenditures and ensure resources are allocated efficiently recommending cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality.
  

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems Engineering or a related field (Master s preferred).
  
• Advanced training or certifications in power systems planning cable system design or project management (e.g. PMP) is a plus.
  
• Minimum of 4-5 years of hands-on experience in planning designing and managing transmission and substation cable systems with a strong emphasis on high-voltage and medium-voltage cables.
  
• Proven track record in managing large-scale cable installation and upgrade projects within transmission and substation environments.
  
• Extensive experience in cable system design cable protection fault analysis and integration with other power network components.
  
• In-depth knowledge of power transmission substation infrastructure and cable design standards.
  
• Advanced expertise in cable sizing fault current analysis load flow studies and electrical network modelling.
  
• Familiarity with simulation and design software tools such as PSS/E ETAP CYME AutoCAD or similar.