Electrical Engineer

ob Title

Electrical Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Department

Testing & Commissioning

Location

As per Project Site (PAN India)

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

Fresher / 0–2 Years

Experienced candidates are also welcome.

Qualification

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)

ITI (Electrician) with relevant experience may also apply.

Job Summary

The Electrical Testing & Commissioning Engineer is responsible for testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ensuring the safe operation of electrical equipment in substations, power plants, industrial facilities, and commercial projects. The role involves performing electrical tests, preparing reports, coordinating with project teams, and ensuring compliance with national and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

Perform pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for electrical equipment.

Conduct testing of:

Power Transformers

Current Transformers (CT)

Potential Transformers (PT/CVT)

Circuit Breakers

Isolators

Switchgear (HT & LT Panels)

Protection Relays

Busbars and Cables

Batteries & Battery Chargers

Earthing Systems

Perform insulation resistance, contact resistance, winding resistance, turns ratio, primary injection, secondary injection, timing, and functional tests.

Verify control wiring and interlock logic.

Read and interpret single-line diagrams (SLD), schematic drawings, and wiring diagrams.

Carry out relay testing and protection scheme verification.

Ensure all work complies with IS, IEC, IEEE, and project specifications.

Prepare test reports, commissioning reports, and punch lists.

Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and OEM representatives.

Identify faults and provide corrective actions.

Follow electrical safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.

Support project completion within the scheduled timeline.

Required Technical Skills

Knowledge of electrical testing instruments.

Understanding of substation equipment.

HT & LT Switchgear Testing.

Transformer Testing.

Protection Relay Testing.

Cable Testing.

Electrical Troubleshooting.

Reading Electrical Drawings.

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Testing Equipment Knowledge

Omicron Relay Test Kit

Megger Insulation Tester

Micro-Ohm Meter

Transformer Turns Ratio (TTR) Kit

Primary Injection Kit

Secondary Injection Kit

CT Analyzer

Tan Delta Test Kit

SFRA Test Kit

Circuit Breaker Analyzer

HV Test Kit

Required Soft Skills

Good communication skills.

Problem-solving ability.

Teamwork and coordination.

Time management.

Willingness to travel across India.

Ability to work under site conditions.

Safety Requirements

Follow PPE requirements at all times.

Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Comply with electrical safety standards.

Maintain a safe working environment.

Preferred Certifications

Electrical Safety Training.

Substation Testing & Commissioning Certification.

Protection Relay Testing Certification.

First Aid Certification (Preferred).

Career Growth

Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)

Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Senior Testing Engineer

Commissioning Lead

Site In-Charge

Project Engineer

Project Manager

Salary

As per company standards and candidate experience.

Benefits

PF & ESI (as applicable)

Travel & Site Allowances

Accommodation (Project-based)

Training & Skill Development

Career Growth Opportunities

Performance Incentives

Work Environment

Electrical Substations (11 kV to 765 kV)

Power Plants

Solar Power Plants

Industrial Plants

Transmission & Distribution Projects

GIS/AIS Substations

Ideal Candidate Profile

Passionate about electrical testing and commissioning.

Willing to travel to project sites across India.

Strong technical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.

Ready to work in a dynamic field environment.