Lead Substation Automation Engineer

Location: Cairo

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Lead Substation Automation Engineer will be responsible for the engineering and field services of Substation Automation Systems and Control panels, including DCS, Gateways and RTU.
You will closely coordinate your activities with GEV Sales, Tendering, Project Management, Telecom Engineering, Application, and After-Sales teams.

Job Description

What will you do:

• Take ownership of the engineering and field services for Substation Automation Systems, including DCS, Gateways and RTU.

• Handle the engineering and field services for Control, and RTU panels.

• Lead and develop the technical team by providing training, mentorship, and day-to-day technical support.

• Own all technical activities for assigned projects, including Site surveys, System engineering and detailed design, Material Specs and PR/PO, Coordination and support for panel integration, Pre-FAT internal validation and FAT with the customer, Field Servies activities, Site red-markups and as-built drawings.

• Analyze customer requirements and specifications, and propose innovative, cost-effective technical solutions.

• Design substation LAN networks and communication architectures.

• Configure industrial Ethernet switches, routers, and satellite clocks/time synchronization systems.

• Participate with the Project Manager in meetings with customers, end users, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Support project planning to help ensure key milestones are achieved according to the project schedule.

• Follow the department’s standard design processes and contribute to their continuous improvement.

• Support Sales and Tendering teams.

• Prepare and deliver customer training sessions, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

What will you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electronics, Control, or Communications Engineering, or a closely related technical field from an accredited institution."

• Minimum 3 year of hands-on experience (Engineering / Configuration / Testing and Commissioning) of DCS (IEC 61850), BCU, GW, and RTU for electrical power substations HV/EHV .

• Knowledge of sequencing and interlocking principles used in substation automation and their implementation on IEC 61850 IEDs.

• Working knowledge of communication and automation protocols such as IEC 61850, MODBUS, IEC 60870-5-101/104, T103, and SNMP.

• Proficiency in at least one of CAD tools such as AutoCAD, MS Visio or equivalent

• Strong skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Ability and willingness to travel within and outside the country without limitations, as required.

• Fluency in English and Arabic

What will make you stand out:

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to lead technical teams and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Good understanding of IT/OT networking; CCNA certification or equivalent is preferred.

• Solid understanding of Egypt-specific customer solutions and product specifications.

• Strong analytical capability to quickly understand challenges and guide effective, customer‑focused solutions.

• Proven problem‑solving skills with a focus on innovative and creative solutions that support profitability and market growth.

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Confidence in presenting technical information and delivering training to varied audiences.

• Experience working with Egyptian utilities, oil & gas customers, EPCs, OEMs, and system integrators.

• Proactive, energetic, and collaborative work style with a strong team orientation.

• Fast learner with a strong interest in adopting new technologies and continuously enhancing technical capabilities.

• Strong time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and respond positively to urgent or changing requirements.

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