Senior Electrical Manager - Power Plant Switchyard Engineering

Senior Manager - Electrical

Key Responsibilities 1. Engineering & Design Management

• Lead detailed engineering of 132 kV / 220 kV / 400 kV switchyard systems for thermal power plants.
• Review and approve SLDs, GA drawings, protection schemes, cable schedules, and BOQs.
• Ensure design compliance with IEC, IEEE, CEA, CBIP, IS codes, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with EPC consultants, OEMs, and internal teams for design optimization.

2. Project Execution & Commissioning

• Plan and supervise switchyard erection, installation, and testing activities.
• Ensure quality workmanship in GIS/AIS installation, CT/PT erection, circuit breakers, isolators, and busbar systems.
• Oversee commissioning of protection systems, SCADA, PLCC, BCU, and relay panels.
• Drive adherence to project timelines, cost control, and risk mitigation.

3. Operations & Maintenance

• Develop and implement preventive & predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and rectify faults in switchyard equipment and protection relays.
• Lead root‑cause analysis for major system disturbances.
• Ensure zero‑downtime operations and maximum availability.

4. Safety, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with CEA safety regulations, electrical safety rules, and statutory norms.
• Conduct safety audits, LOTO compliance checks, and hazard assessments.
• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, clearances, and regulatory submissions.

5. Vendor, Contractor & Stakeholder Management

• Evaluate technical proposals, negotiate with vendors, and monitor contractor performance.
• Conduct FATs/SATs at OEM facilities.
• Coordinate with government bodies, load dispatch centers, and inspection agencies.

6. Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supervisors, and technicians.
• Drive competency development, safety culture, and performance management.

Educational Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university (Mandatory).
• M.E./M.Tech in Power Systems / High Voltage Engineering (Preferred).
• Certifications in Protection Systems, SCADA, Project Management (PMP/Prince2) will be an added advantage.

Experience Requirements

• 12–18 years of experience in electrical systems within thermal power projects or large‑scale power infrastructure.
• Minimum 8–10 years of hands‑on involvement in HV/EHV switchyard (132/220/400 kV) engineering, commissioning, or O&M.

Experience Level

Senior Level