Field Engineer - Transmission & Substation

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Field Engineer Transmission Substation with Hybrid Renewable Energy Integration for PMC role to act as the Owners Representative at site, responsible for supervision, coordination, and quality assurance of EHV transmission lines, GIS/AIS substations, and renewable evacuation infrastructure (solar, wind, and BESS systems).

The role ensures that EPC contractors deliver works in compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, HSE requirements, and project schedules, while maintaining strong coordination across Electrical, Civil, IC, QA/QC, and HSE disciplines.

Core strength lies in site execution oversight, engineering validation, and multidisciplinary coordination, ensuring seamless delivery of transmission, substation, and hybrid renewable energy projects. The role contributes to achieving project objectives in terms of quality, safety, schedule, and regulatory compliance, consistent with AECOMs global standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Site Supervision PMC Oversight

• Supervise construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of substations (AIS/GIS), transmission lines, and hybrid renewable evacuation systems (33kV765kV).
• Ensure adherence to approved drawings, specifications, QAP/FQP, and construction methodologies.
• Monitor project progress against L2/L3 schedules, identify risks/delays, and support corrective actions in coordination with Project Controls.
• Maintain daily/weekly progress reports, site documentation, and compliance records.

2. Transmission Line Execution

• Oversee survey, tower spotting, foundation works (including stub setting), tower erection, and stringing activities.
• Supervise OPGW installation, sag-tensioning, and alignment with approved profiles and clearances.
• Coordinate ROW issues, statutory approvals, and stakeholder interfaces.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards and quality benchmarks for line construction.

3. Substation (GIS/AIS) Execution

• Supervise installation and commissioning of:
• Power transformers and reactors
• GIS/AIS switchgear, bus systems, and auxiliary equipment
• Protection, control, SCADA/SAS, and metering systems
• Ensure proper implementation of earthing, lightning protection, and cable systems.
• Witness pre-commissioning checks, functional testing, and energization activities.

4. Hybrid Renewable Energy Integration (Solar/Wind/BESS)

• Coordinate grid integration of solar PV plants, wind farms, and hybrid systems.
• Supervise pooling substations, step-up transformers, and MV/HV cable systems.
• Support synchronization, grid compliance, and performance validation of renewable assets.

5. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• Supervise installation and commissioning of containerized BESS systems, including:
• Battery modules, PCS, transformers, and EMS/SCADA
• HVAC systems and fire detection suppression systems
• Monitor system parameters such as DoD, SOH, RTE, and auxiliary consumption.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational requirements.

6. HVDC Advanced Grid Systems

• Support site execution and coordination for HVDC converter stations, including converter transformers, valves, and control systems.
• Assist in integration of STATCOM, PMU/WAMS, and digital substation technologies.
• Coordinate with OEM specialists during installation and commissioning.

7. Engineering Review Technical Compliance

• Review and validate vendor drawings, BOQs, layouts, and technical submissions.
• Ensure compliance with CEA/CTU/STU regulations, IS/IEC standards, and Grid Code requirements.
• Verify constructability and alignment of site execution with approved design.

8. Quality Assurance Control (QA/QC)

• Implement and monitor QAP, FQP, and ITP requirements.
• Witness and document FAT, SAT, and routine tests.
• Raise and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and ensure timely closure.
• Verify as-built drawings and final documentation for handover.

9. Health, Safety Environmental (HSE)

• Enforce zero-harm safety culture aligned with AECOM and client standards.
• Conduct safety inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with permit-to-work systems, LOTO procedures, and PPE usage.
• Support incident reporting and corrective action implementation.

10. Interface Management Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the interface between Owner, EPC contractors, OEMs, consult