Scope

  • Complete design of a 3.5 MVA, 22 kV/11 kV primary substation.
  • System studies, layout development, equipment specifications, protection and control schemes.
  • Comprehensive documentation for procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Software

  • FactoryTalk
  • AutoCAD
  • ETAP

Deliverables

  • Issued for Construction (IFC) package including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), detailed electrical schematics, general arrangement drawings, switchyard layouts, earthing and lightning layouts, and cable schedules.
  • Protection coordination study with relay settings, grading curves, and interlocking logic.
  • Transformer, Power Factor Correction Unit, and HV switchgear technical specifications aligned to IEC and AS/NZS requirements.
  • Earthing design report including touch and step voltage calculations and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Comprehensive Design Report consolidating all calculations, standards compliance, and design assumptions.
  • Lightning protection compliance and calculation.

Outcomes

  • Delivered a fully compliant high-voltage substation design ensuring reliable operation at 22 kV/11 kV and a firm capacity of 3.5 MVA.
  • Improved operational reliability through optimized protection and redundancy in control systems.
  • Enhanced personnel safety through robust earthing design, arc flash mitigation, and standards-driven design.
  • Provided a scalable substation framework capable of accommodating future load growth.
  • Enabled seamless integration with the client’s existing HV network and SCADA systems, ensuring long-term maintainability and operational efficiency.