Lead Engineer - HV Substations

Job Description SummaryThe Lead Engineer (LE) serves as the technical authority for the project, overseeing all engineering activities with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, and cost-efficiency. The LE orchestrates the entire design lifecycle-from initial planning and budget management to final delivery-ensuring seamless coordination between internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors. By championing optimized, customer-centric engineering solutions, the LE guarantees that all technical documentation and designs meet rigorous project standards and are delivered in strict alignment with the overall master schedule.Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities 1. Project Technical Leadership & Coordination Lead the end-to-end technical coordination of High Voltage Substation projects, serving as the primary interface between internal teams, clients, construction sites, partners, and subcontractors. Ensure full alignment across disciplines (Primary/Secondary equipment, Protection & Control, Telecom, Civil Works, and Commissioning). Define scope boundaries and responsibilities between all parties involved to prevent gaps and overlaps. Supporting the sales team in defining technical solution strategies and determining quantities 2. Engineering Quality & Compliance Ensure all designs and solutions strictly comply with customer specifications and international/local standards (IEC, ANSI, IEEE). Perform technical validation of all project changes, engineering deliverables, and supplier/subcontractor proposals. Analyze client requirements, manage clause-by-clause documentation, and handle technical queries (TQs) and exceptions. 3. Planning, Schedule & Risk Management Manage the engineering master schedule, ensuring seamless integration with procurement, construction, and commissioning milestones. Monitor engineering progress against key performance indicators (KPIs), proactively identifying and managing technical risks with robust mitigation plan