Senior Electrical Engineer -Substation & Grid Interconnectionn (Experienced)

About the company:

We are an early-stage start up focused on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) integration, committed to accelerating the clean energy transition. Our mission is to deliver intelligent, modular, and grid-ready storage solutions that enable more reliable, efficient, and flexible power systems.

Founded by a team of power generation enthusiasts, we specialize in the seamless integration of lithium-ion battery systems with inverters, energy management software, and renewable generation assets. From design and engineering to commissioning and remote monitoring, we offer end-to-end integration services tailored for utility-scale, commercial & industrial (C&I), and microgrid applications.

At the core of what we do is seamless integration — combining advanced lithium-ion batteries, inverters, and energy management software to deliver storage systems for utilities, commercial & industrial users, and microgrids. From system design and engineering to deployment and monitoring, we provide end-to-end support to help our clients unlock the full value of energy storage.

In manufacturing, we offer a comprehensive execution framework that includes process engineering, line automation, supply chain setup, and turnkey consulting for both greenfield and brownfield projects.

Position Summary:

Elektron is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer with experience in substation and power system design to support the engineering and deployment of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The role will focus primarily on AC-side electrical design, including grid interconnection, substations, transformers, protection systems, and electrical infrastructure for utility-scale BESS plants.

The candidate will work closely with the engineering team to design and develop 33 kV to 220 kV grid-connected energy storage systems, supporting project development from conceptual design through detailed engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

AC System Design for BESS Plants

• Design and develop AC-side electrical systems for utility-scale BESS plants.
• Prepare single line diagrams (SLD) for BESS plants and substations.
• Support design of 33 kV, 66 kV, and 220 kV grid interconnection systems.
• Coordinate integration between inverters/PCS, transformers, switchgear, and substations.

Substation Engineering:

• Support design and engineering of 33 kV / 66 kV / 220 kV substations.
• Develop layouts for AIS/GIS substations including equipment placement.
• Assist in specification and selection of: Power transformers, Auxiliary Transformers, Switchgear, Protection systems, Busbar systems.

Electrical Design Documentation:

• Prepare and maintain: Cable schedules, Cable routing layouts, Earthing & grounding layouts, Lightning protection layouts, Control cable schedules.
• Develop Bill of Quantities (BoQ) for electrical equipment and materials.
• Support preparation of technical specifications and tender documents.

Equipment Selection & Vendor Coordination:

• Support technical evaluation of electrical equipment including: Transformers, Switchgear, Protection relays, HV/MV cables, Earthing systems.
• Work with vendors and EPC contractors during design and execution phases.

Grid Compliance & Coordination:

• Support grid interconnection studies and documentation
• Ensure compliance with relevant CEA, IEC, IEEE, and local utility standards.
• Coordinate with grid operators, consultants, and EPC contractors.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Location: Bengaluru (Hybrid)

Experience:

• 510 years of experience in electrical engineering design.
• Hands-on experience in substation design or grid-connected power plants.
• Experience working on 33 kV / 66 kV / 132 kV / 220 kV electrical systems.
• Exposure to renewable energy, power plants, or energy storage projects preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Power system design, Substation engineering, Transformers and switchgear, Electrical protection systems, Cable sizing and routing
• Experience preparing SLDs, Cable schedules, BoQ, Electrical layouts.
• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP / DIgSILENT / PSSE / equivalent (preferred), MS Excel for engineering calculations

Key Competencies:

•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong documentation and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced startup environments.