Commissioning Engineer - Solar Power Plant Controller and Battery Energy Storage System

Commissioning Engineer- Power Plant Controller and BESS - Solar Project

Job Description: Commissioning Engineer (PPC/BESS) 

Position Title: Commissioning Engineer

Department: Digital Energy Solution- Renewable Project Delivery

Key Responsibilities:

Commissioning:

• Experience in Power Plant Controller and Battery Energy Storage System Implementation at Solar Project.
• Installation and configuration of Power Plant Controller system, PLC, Power Plant and BESS system as per Project requirements.
• Knowledge of performing the test related to PPC & BESS as Grid compliance/Code for plant operation. 
• Knowledge about solar plant components like PV Module, Inverter, PCS BMS etc.
• Knowledge about the Control logic Design & Implementation for PPC & BESS operation.
• Integration knowledge of field Devices with Power Plant Controller and BESS. 
• Plan and execute pre-commissioning tests, including functionality tests of PPC & BESS.
• Development & deployment of Solar Scada systems and the programming of PLC's.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the commissioning phase, ensuring compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Lead commissioning activities on-site for Power Plant Controller and Battery Energy Storage System, EMS/ESS with SCADA & PLC systems, including system energization, performance testing, and grid synchronization.
• Good knowledge and experience in all IEC standard and substations Protocols like IEC61850, IEC101/104, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, RS485/RS232, OPC UA/DA etc. 
• Ensure installation complies with design specifications, safety standards, and local regulations.
• Strong knowledge about Active Power, Reactive Power Close Loop Control System.
• Oversee testing of the overall integrated system (both individually and as a combined PV+BESS unit), including insulation resistance testing, grounding tests, and performance validation.
• Conduct functionality tests on monitoring systems, data acquisition systems (SCADA), and control systems.
• Monitor and optimize system performance to ensure it meets design parameters, efficiency targets, and safety requirements.
• Develop and manage commissioning reports, documenting test results and system performance metrics.
• Identify and troubleshoot any post-commissioning issues or inefficiencies.
• Knowledge of Designing the Signal List, Functional Design Specification etc.
• Prepare, review, and update technical specifications, bill of materials (BOM), and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of PR Test, Grid Compliance as per Solar Project.
• Develop detailed engineering designs for PV+BESS systems, including electrical layouts, schematics, and system architecture.