substation engineer

Substation engineers design medium and high voltage substations used for the transmission, distribution, and generation of electrical energy. They develop methods for the efficient operation of the energy process, and ensure compliance to safety and environmental standards.

Alternative Labels

substation technology engineering specialist

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substation technology engineering adviser

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sub-stations engineer

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Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

perform scientific research ensure compliance with environmental legislation adjust engineering designs perform project management create AutoCAD drawings ensure compliance with safety legislation manage engineering project inspect facility sites make electrical calculations operate electronic measuring instruments use technical drawing software design electric power systems approve engineering design ensure safety in electrical power operations

Essential Knowledge

electrical discharge electricity consumption mechanical engineering electricity principles engineering principles electric current engineering processes technical drawings electrical engineering mechanics electrical power safety regulations

Optional Skills and Competences

inspect overhead power lines manage electricity transmission system respond to electrical power contingencies install circuit breakers develop strategies for electricity contingencies maintain electrical equipment develop electricity distribution schedule test procedures in electricity transmission ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule assess financial viability inspect underground power cables monitor electric generators wear appropriate protective gear adjust voltage supervise electricity distribution operations manage workflow processes

Optional Knowledge

electricity market CAD software electric generators transmission towers

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/f1b89616-5dfe-40d4-8b02-58a6982b1a01

Status

released

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