Job Description

Summary Engineer is responsible to execute Protection & Control Engineering (SAS & Conventional Projects, 33kV to 765kV)
Responsible for delivering end-to-end Protection and Control engineering solutions for Substation Automation (SAS) and conventional projects ranging from 33kV to 765kV, in alignment with customer specifications and internal standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing optimized engineering solutions and executing all Protection & Control applications involving switchyard and generator circuits.
• Initiating technical discussions with customers and securing timely approvals on engineering documentation.
• Delivering high-quality, on-time documentation to support procurement, manufacturing, testing, site erection, and commissioning activities.

Roles and Responsibilities
Functional Responsibilities * Analyze project specifications and technical inputs; prepare compliance responses to customer observations and comments.

• Develop and validate technical designs, engineering calculations, and drawings, ensuring cost-effective and optimized solutions.
• Select and raise requisitions for IEDs, relays, and Bought-Out Items (BOIs); issue technical specifications to support procurement.
• Participate in customer technical meetings to secure timely approvals.
• Release manufacturing instructions and project configurations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including the testing team, for internal validation and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) as required.
• Provide technical support at site, resolving issues and addressing snag lists.
• Prepare as-built documentation post-commissioning.
• Share and implement Return of Experience (RoE) during the design phase.
• Manage technical interfaces with sub-suppliers and partners, ensuring data consistency and alignment.

Time Schedule & On-Time Delivery * Collaborate with Team Leads and Project Managers to define deliverable timelines and resource commitments.

• Ensure on-time delivery of high-quality design outputs.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks to delivery schedules.
• Provide weekly project status updates to Team Leads and/or Project Managers.

Project Strategy, Risk Management, Process & Tools * Align with overall project strategy and highlight any scope or design changes for claim or VO consideration.

• Track and manage project risks and deviations, implementing mitigation plans as needed.
• Adhere to quality procedures, work instructions, and engineering processes.
• Deploy appropriate engineering tools as per project strategy.
• Proactively anticipate delivery issues and recommend corrective actions.

Sourcing, Procurement & Supplier Management * Issue technical specifications and documentation to support procurement activities.

• Coordinate and review supplier technical offers for compliance and suitability.
• Manage technical interfaces with sub-suppliers and partners, ensuring data consistency and alignment.

Required Qualifications
Educational Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in engineering (B.E. / B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics or Electrical): 2 to 3 years of relevant experience

• Diploma in Engineering (Electrical & Electronics or Electrical): 3 to 5 years of relevant experience

Core Technical Competencies
Fundamental Knowledge

• Power Systems and Primary Equipment
• Protection Concepts

Advanced Expertise

• In-depth understanding of Protection IEDs, their functionalities, and application in various protection schemes.
• Strong grasp of protection principles, system coordination, and application in substation and generator protection.
• Familiarity with protection and control panel design, wiring practices, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in performing protection-related engineering calculations and using relevant design and configuration tools for system design and validation.

Soft Skills:

• Proficient in both oral and written communication, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Builds strong working relationships across teams and stakeholders, demonstrates empathy and active listening.
• Capable of working autonomously with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability and quality
• Applies structured thinking to diagnose issues and develop effective, innovative solutions
• Works effectively in cross-functional teams, fostering a cooperative and inclusive environment
• Continuously seeks opportunities for improvement and introduces creative approaches to engineering challenges
• Effectively communicates ideas and gains buy-in from stakeholders through logical reasoning and credibility

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Skills Required