Junior Substation Engineer

The Junior Substation Design Engineer will support Senior Electrical Specialists and Project Managers in the delivery of substation upgrade and extension projects within the 10–50 kV range. The role focuses on hands-on technical support, documentation, drawing updates, inspections, and quality assurance related to breaker replacements, switchgear retrofits, and relay protection upgrades.

The position is intended for an engineer who already has practical project experience and can handle defined tasks independently, while still working under senior technical supervision.

Technical and design tasks

•       Review existing substation documentation, drawings, and cable lists for 10–50 kV installations

•       Independently update and revise electrical drawings (e.g. single-line diagrams, circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams) based on project requirements and senior guidance

•       Perform red-marking of existing documentation and ensure correct referencing of revised and new drawings

•       Update internal wiring, external wiring, and cable lists related to breaker replacements, switchgear retrofits, and new cubicles

•       Support relay protection and control interface documentation under supervision

Coordination and communication

•       Provide technical input to senior project managers for planning, scheduling, and progress follow-up

•       Coordinate technical clarifications with internal colleagues and external stakeholders under senior supervision

•       Contribute to structured handling and version control of project documentation

•       Work in English in an international setup involving Denmark and the Sweco Design Center

Typical tasks

•       Supporting replacement of circuit breakers in existing substations

•       Assisting with installation and integration of new switchgear cubicles

•       Updating drawings and cable lists for modified and newly established bays

•       Supporting inspections, documentation checks, and punch-list follow-up

1.     YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

•       Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar

•       2–3 years of experience working with electrical infrastructure, substations, or industrial power systems

•       Practical understanding of medium-voltage systems (preferably 10–50 kV)

•       Experience reading, updating, and quality-checking electrical schematics and technical documentation

•       Working knowledge of CAD tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar

•       Good written and spoken English

Desired profile

•       Able to work independently on defined technical tasks

•       Structured and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on documentation quality

•       Proactive team player who seeks clarification when needed and learns from senior specialists

2.     WHY WORK WITH US

•       Opportunity to work on forward thinking projects/overseas projects using the most advanced tools and international standards

•       International working environment and European management style

•       Training opportunities to develop your career

•       15 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, 15-20 days child sick leave

•       International private hospitalization insurance with annual health check at Vinmec (VIP package)

•       Social insurance, health insurance, unemployment insurance, trade union paid following labor law

•       Team building, year end party activity and other benefits following company policy

•       5 working days per week (Mon to Fri) with flexible starting time (7AM-9AM).

•       Provides electric vehicles for employees