Senior Electrical Engineer - Switchgears
On-siteSantiago, Santiago Metropolitan, Chile
Job Summary
Lead technical assessments of medium- and high-voltage switchgear systems through design, procurement, commissioning, and operational stages. Review technical specifications, supplier proposals, and engineering documentation to provide independent recommendations for investment decisions. Participate in factory inspections, FATs, SATs, and technical audits to ensure equipment quality and compliance. Conduct root-cause investigations of equipment failures and support clients in resolving complex operational and maintenance challenges. Collaborate with international experts and customers on consulting and innovation projects related to power systems and the energy transition. Based in Santiago, Chile, this role requires senior-level experience in switchgears, international travel up to 30%, and the ability to work autonomously in multicultural environments.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering or a related discipline
- Senior-level experience in the power industry
- Strong technical expertise in switchgears
- Proven experience in technical diagnostics, asset management, maintenance, testing or troubleshooting of critical electrical equipment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Hands-on engineering mindset
- Intermediate to advanced English
- Ability to read technical documentation
- Ability to prepare reports
- Ability to actively participate in international meetings
- Availability to travel internationally up to approximately 30% of the time
- Ability to work autonomously in multicultural and international environments
- Based in Santiago, Chile
Desired Qualifications
- Additional experience with power transformers and/or generators
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