U/G Stations Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Overview

Lead PMC construction supervision for metro stations (overground and underground), electrical systems: MV/LV distribution, transformers/switchgear, UPS/EPMS, lighting & emergency power, earthing & lightning protection, and electrical support to station systems (HVAC, lifts/escalators, fire alarm, BMS/SCADA, AFC, CCTV, telecom). Ensure redundancy, reliability, and life safety compliance in overground/underground environments per Employer’s Requirements and D&B contracts.

Your role

Power Distribution & Reliability

• Supervise installation of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, distribution boards, cabling, earthing, and UPS; verify redundancy (ring/dual feeds), selectivity, and protective coordination align with station loads (HVAC, lifts, safety systems).
• Review short‑circuit, load flow, and selectivity studies; witness equipment FAT/SAT and site acceptance.

Codes & Fire/Life Safety

• Enforce NFPA 130 electrical requirements (cable ratings, smoke/flame performance, wiring in stations/trainways), NEC/NFPA 70 references; ensure 1‑hour fire‑resistive cable applications where specified.

Systems Integration

• Coordinate electrical interfaces with BMS/SCADA, fire alarm, AFC, PSD, security, telecom, and mechanical loads; validate control power, network connectivity, and time synchronization.

Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Monitor ITP/WIRs; maintain inspection records; manage punch lists/NCRs; support O&M documentation, spares lists, and asset registers for handover.

Contract Administration (FIDIC/PMC)

• Provide measurement inputs, certify bills, and report progress; support claims avoidance and resolution; act under RE guidance per FIDIC roles.

Safety

• Enforce electrical safety protocols (lock‑out/tag‑out, arc‑flash boundaries), confined space, and emergency power availability testing.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 12+ years total experience and should have gained considerable knowledge working on metro rail station construction; design review and site supervision under design build/FIDIC preferred.
• Previous experience working on metro/rail projects and specifically at metro station construction is preferred.
• Familiarity with NFPA 130, NEC/NFPA 70, and IEC/EN railway electronics/environmental standards relevant to station equipment or similar.
• Power system studies review, protection coordination, QA/QC, interface management across multi system station environments (E&M + systems).
• Familiarity with industry codes and regulations.
• Reports to Resident Engineer (MEP); supervises E&M Site Inspectors.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

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