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Senior Switchgear Electrical Engineer – Medium & Low Voltage (MV/LV) Role Summary The Senior Switchgear Engineer (MV/LV) is responsible for the design, engineering, validation, and technical leadership of medium- and low-voltage switchgear systems. This role provides subject-matter expertise across the full product lifecycle—from concept and specification through manufacturing, testing, installation support, and commissioning—while ensuring compliance with applicable standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations. Key Responsibilities Technical & Engineering • Lead the design and engineering of MV (typically 1 kV–36 kV) and LV (≤1 kV) switchgear systems, including air-insulated (AIS) and gas-insulated (GIS) solutions where applicable. • Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, GA drawings, and protection & control philosophies. • Specify and select components such as circuit breakers, contactors, relays, busbars, CTs/VTs, protection devices, and interlocking systems. • Perform electrical calculations including short-circuit, protection coordination, arc-flash, thermal, and dielectric analyses. • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, maintainability, and safety requirements. Standards & Compliance • Ensure compliance with relevant international and regional standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, ANSI, UL, NFPA, NEC, CSA). • Support product certification, type testing, routine testing, and factory acceptance testing (FAT). • Maintain awareness of evolving industry standards, codes, and best practices. Project & Customer Support • Act as technical lead on assigned projects, supporting sales, proposals, and customer technical clarifications. • Interface directly with customers, consultants, utilities, and inspectors to resolve technical issues. • Review customer specifications and translate requirements into compliant engineering solutions. • Provide on-site technical support during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting as needed. Manufacturing & Quality • Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effective designs. • Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality, reliability, or field issues. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to design efficiency, standardization, and product robustness. Leadership & Mentoring • Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers as/when needed. • Review and approve engineering deliverables. • Contribute to technical documentation, design guidelines, and engineering best practices. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. • 8–12+ years of experience in MV/LV switchgear design or electrical power systems. • Strong knowledge of protection and control systems. • Hands-on experience with switchgear testing, commissioning, or field support. • Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP, SKM, or equivalent). • In-depth understanding of electrical safety principles and arc-flash mitigation. • Mandarin speaking abilities are a strong plus, but not mandatory