Job title:  Sr Manager Elect

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General Description

The Pump House Electrical Protection Engineer is responsible for ensuring the protection and reliability of electrical systems within pump houses. This includes the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of protection schemes, safeguarding electrical components, and ensuring smooth operation of the pump house’s electrical infrastructure.

• Under the general direction of the Plant Head, the incumbent is responsible maintenance and troubleshoot of Powerhouse Control & Protection system of the Plant.
• The ideal candidate will be constantly assessing the systems in place to ensure that they are both safe and operating efficiently.
• This candidate will be comfortable managing a team (if required) and conducting analysis to highlight areas for improvement.
• Thie ideal candidate should have experience in Operation & Maintenance of Hydro power plants / Pump Storage Plant of  atleast 100 MW capacity.
• The candidate should be experience in maintenance and troubleshoot of Powerhouse Control & Protection Equipment in Hydro power plants / Pump Storage Plant of  atleast 100 MW capacity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: Write the purpose for which the job exists

• Prepare detailed resources for each activity of powerhouse protection & automation equipment within the limits and reasonable backup, prepare the division of work among the group of supervisors.
• Prepare risk assessment and action plan for every activity of maintenance of Control & Protection equipments / systems, get confirmed by EHS representative and review.
• Execution for annual, monthly, and daily, the detailed resources of each activity of protection & automation maintenance of plant.
• Timely completion of planned maintenance activities.
• Carry out condition-based monitoring of equipment and plan maintenance accordingly.
• Planning of critical spares for ensuring 100% machine availability.
• Troubleshooting of breakdown by carrying out root cause analysis and take corrective/preventive action accordingly.
• Coordinate with LDC’s, client & sub-contractors for outage planning and respond to client & LDC’s queries.
• Coordinate with various department within ANDRITZ for resolving issues related to Power plant.
• Coordinate with vendors / OEMs for getting offers of spares and expert services.
• Conduct technical / behavioral / safety trainings for client, sub-contractors, technicians, etc.
• Preparation of SOPs and Local Operating procedures for assigned systems.
• Plans and coordinates plant maintenance and inventory requirements as required to maximize plant availability and optimize cost effectiveness.
• Prepares and maintains accurate plant documentation (maintenance checklist, observation sheet, preventive maintenance plan etc.), to assure proper historical records and reporting of plant maintenance is completed.
• Preparation and review of root cause analysis reports, tripping report, annual maintenance report, monthly MIS etc.
• Manage a work force that is motivated, flexible in skills, cross-trained and technically astute ensuring an effective and motivated team.

YOU’RE GOOD AT: Write the details of the core area of expertise required to possess by the candidate. 

• Technical Expertise:

• Extensive experience in generator, transformer and linesystems.
• Proficiency in configuring and operating Siemens 7S series relays (e.g., 7UM85, 7SD5, 7SS85 series).
• Expertise in ABB 670 series relays (e.g.,REG670,RET670, REL670, RED670, and REB670) for advanced protection of generators, transformers, and lines.
• Relay testing
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on Pump starter panels to ensure optimal performance of protective devices.
• Troubleshoot faults in motor starter protection systems, particularly in DOL, star-delta, soft starters, or VFD panel and resolve issues related to overloads, phase failures, or short circuits.

• Conduct routine testing and commissioning of protection relays in electrical systems, including relays for transformers, motors, and generators.
• Use relay testing equipment (such as Omicron, Doble, or Megger) to verify the correct operation of protection relays, including overcurrent, differential, earth fault, and distance protection relays.
• Perform primary and secondary injection testing on relays to ensure their performance meets design specifications and settings.
• Test relays under various fault conditions (e.g., short-circuit, overload) to confirm that protection systems activate appropriately.

• Protection for Auxiliary Systems:

• Protection schemes for auxiliary transformers, UPS systems, battery systems, motors, and control circuits to safeguard them against electrical faults.
• Ensure proper relay coordination for auxiliary equipment to protect against faults, ensuring minimal disruption to main systems.
• Configure protection relays and settings for auxiliary systems to prevent overloads, ground faults, or phase imbalances.
• Ensure continuous operation of critical auxiliary systems (e.g., UPS for control systems, emergency and backup supplies).
• Knowledge of automation tools & hardware like PLC’s and software like SCALA 250, WinCC, SIMATIC Manager, ABB A8000 etc.
• Experienced with use of Microsoft Office tools, with emphasis on Excel, Word, Power Point etc.
• Demonstrated leadership, competent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850 communication protocols for integration of intelligent electronic devices (IEDs).
• Software & Tools:Proficiency in electrical protection and simulation tools, such as ETAP, DigSILENT PowerFactory, or equivalent software for relay coordination and fault analysis.
• Experience with relay configuration tools like Siemens DIGSI and ABB PCM600.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving:Strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose protection system failures and propose effective solutions.
• Experience conducting fault and event analysis, generating reports, and providing recommendations for system optimization.
• Deep understanding of electrical safety procedures, particularly related to high-voltage equipment, generators, transformers, and lines.
• Ability to implement and enforce safety protocols in hazardous environments.
• Experienced with use of Microsoft Office tools, with emphasis on Excel, Word, Power Point etc.
• Demonstrated leadership, competent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Incumbent must adhere to established policies and procedures.

YOU BRING: Experience & Qualifications (Provide information about knowledge required to delve into this role)

• Minimum Qualification: Regular B.E. / B Tech in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering / Instrumentation Engineering from reputed government, private, autonomous institiute recognised under AICTE, New Delhi.
• Overall 12 - 20 years of experience in a hydro power plant out of which a minimum 08 - 10 years' of experience in maintenance of protection & automation equipments / systems of not less than 100 MW capacity.
• Should have experience of erection / commissioning / maintenance in hydro power plants of 100 MW capacity.
• Adept at managing maintenance of various equipments for reducing downtime and enhancing operational effectiveness of equipment.

PREFERRED: Information about the knowledge required for the job which is not mandatory to possess.

• Microsot office tool.

YOU’LL WORK WITH: Provide details pertaining to the reporting structure (Direct/Indirect).

• Reporting will be Direct – To Plant Head

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.