Electrical Testing Commissioning jobs in Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Job Title: Substation Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Job Location: India / Qatar / UAE / KSA.

Department: Project Management
Reports To: Manager – Projects

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Substation Testing & Commissioning Engineer to handle onsite testing and commissioning activities for substation equipment. The role involves planning, executing, supervising, and coordinating testing and commissioning works while ensuring quality, safety, and timely completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit project sites and factories to understand and finalize requirements for substation testing and commissioning activities.
• Prepare Testing & Commissioning schedules, method statements, HSE requirements, and related documentation.
• Carry out testing and commissioning of substation equipment as per approved procedures and methodologies.
• Prepare and submit Testing & Commissioning reports on time and coordinate for consultant/client approval and sign-off.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during testing and commissioning activities.
• Supervise testing and commissioning activities performed by team members and provide technical guidance and training.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Prepare site visit reports, progress reports, and other project documentation.
• Plan and schedule testing and commissioning activities according to project requirements.
• Ensure the worksite is clean, organized, and properly maintained.
• Maintain proper records of test equipment, tools, and materials used at site.
• Perform other project-related responsibilities assigned by the Manager – Projects.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum 3–4 years of onsite experience in Substation Testing & Commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment testing and commissioning.

Technical Experience

Candidates should have experience with some or all of the following:

• Current Transformers (CT)
• Voltage Transformers (VT) / CVT
• Power & Control Cables
• Switchgear – ACB, VCB, GIS, AIS
• Earth Switches and Isolators
• MCCB / MCC Equipment
• Busbars
• Transformers
• Protection & Control Schemes
• CT/VT Primary and Secondary Injection Testing
• Trip Logic and Interlock Testing
• Synchronization Schemes
• Auto-Reclosure Schemes
• Stability and Sensitivity Testing
• Protection Relay Testing
• Electrical test equipment

Required Skills

• Substation Testing & Commissioning
• Electrical Testing
• Protection Relay Testing
• Power Systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of electrical testing tools and equipment
• Site supervision and troubleshooting
• Client/Consultant coordination
• Report preparation
• Basic computer skills

Experience: 3–4+ years
Qualification: Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person