Construction HV & TL Substation Electrical Engineer, São Paulo

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Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects in over 119 offices in 50 countries worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to work on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Job Description:            

The Construction engineer in HV and electrical substations is an HV Substations Electrical Engineer specialized in the design and construction of high/medium voltage electrical substations who will ensure that the work of the substation and high/medium voltage lines construction are carried out according to Country Electrical Regulations as well as covering of all requirements. He will oversee verifying that all EHS procedures required in the mentioned construction are fully complied with.

This is a 100% construction on site role

Executive Summary

The process, managed by the Construction HV Substations Electrical Engineer, is to help simplify Substation and Transmission lines work and maintain the overall schedule. 

The Construction HV Substations Electrical Engineer will work with the project cost management team to help the Project Manager and DCD PM management and control all cost-related issues encountered during the construction phase. 

The Construction HV Substations Electrical Engineer works directly for the DCD Program Manager and in coordination with Consultant Construction Manager.

Responsibilities:

  • Conducting preliminary surveys of the site of Substation and Electric Lines construction
  • Ensuring that all formalities such as permits, and clearances are obtained from Government Electrical Regulator entities.
  • Ensuring that all electrical permits and electrical Government requirements are accomplished where apply.
  • Ensuring that the Substation GC keeps project documentation in order and within the appropriate repository.
  • Taking part in the Substation project planning plan and give inputs regarding implementation.
  • Ensuring that Substation construction activity progresses as per schedule.
  • Ensuring that work MOPs for Electrical Substation and HVTL construction were implemented and followed as required.
  • Reporting to the DCD PM and Consultant Construction Manager regularly with updates on the Substation construction work.
  • Communicating with DC construction coordinators to ensure that coordination between DC construction and Substation construction are in order.
  • Communicate with Substation GC subcontractors and ensure that the project progresses as per schedule.
  • Manage Substation designers, architects, and suppliers to ensure that construction is going on as per schedule and within quality requirements.
  • In charge of the process of electrical Substation turnover to CFE.
  • Acts as Quality Control Supervisor related for Substation and transmission Lines part of the project.
  • Interact with Energy Team, as well as A/E designer and DCE Team as required for the project.
  • Represent as owner of the contract where apply.
  • Oversee construction and installation activities to make sure that the electrical infrastructure and associated civil works are delivered on time
  • Supervise the connection of the TL/SUB to the facilities of the Datacenter. Coordinate and secure proper Commissioning process
  • Interact as required with AHJ (not only utilities) or any entity involved in releasing the infrastructure RoW and trajectories.

Qualifications

  • Degrees and/or professional licenses in Electrical Engineering.
  • Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills in Portuguese and English.

Experience/Skills/Education:

  • 3+ Experience in Substation and electrical transmission lines standards and practices.
  • Good ability to effectively communicate complex technical solutions and concepts to engineers.
  • Experience in Electrical Transmission, Distribution Government AHJ Codes and rules.
  • Construction Health & Safety knowledge.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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Where is the Construction HV & TL Substation Electrical Engineer, São Paulo position at turnertownsend located?
This Construction HV & TL Substation Electrical Engineer, São Paulo role at turnertownsend is based in SP, São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil, br. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Construction HV & TL Substation Electrical Engineer, São Paulo role at turnertownsend full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Construction HV & TL Substation Electrical Engineer, São Paulo role in the Real estate department at turnertownsend.
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