Commissioning Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Substation Testing & Commissioning Engineer responsible for testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization activities for EHV/HV substations. The candidate should possess strong technical knowledge of protection systems, control systems, switchgear, transformers, and substation equipment commissioning procedures.

Job Location: Andra Pradesh, UP, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Mangalore

Key Responsibilities

• Execute testing and commissioning activities for substations ranging from 11kV to 400kV (or applicable voltage levels)
• Perform pre-commissioning checks and functional testing of:
• Power transformers
• Circuit breakers
• CTs/PTs/CVTs
• Isolators and earthing switches
• Protection relays
• Control & relay panels
• SCADA and automation systems
• Conduct relay testing and protection coordination using testing kits
• Verify wiring, interlocks, annunciation, alarms, and control logic
• Carry out primary and secondary injection tests
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, OEMs, and site teams during commissioning activities
• Prepare commissioning reports, test reports, punch lists, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and project specifications
• Support troubleshooting and fault analysis during commissioning and post-energization
• Participate in shutdown planning and energization activities
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and project timelines

Required Skills & Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of substation equipment and protection systems
• Hands-on experience with numerical relays such as:
• Siemens
• ABB / Hitachi Energy
• Schneider Electric
• GE / Alstom
• SEL
• Familiarity with testing equipment:
• Omicron
• Megger
• Secondary injection kits
• Transformer testing kits
• Knowledge of:
• Relay coordination
• SCADA systems
• IEC standards
• Electrical drawings and schematics
• Ability to read SLDs, wiring diagrams, and protection logic diagrams
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Strong communication and coordination abilities