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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Commissioning Engineer based in India.
This role offers the opportunity to work on critical power and substation automation projects, ensuring the successful testing and commissioning of advanced electrical control and protection systems. You will be responsible for executing on-site commissioning activities for control and relay panels and substation automation systems across multiple locations in India and internationally. The position plays a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality system performance before final customer handover. You will collaborate closely with project managers, zonal service teams, and engineering experts to deliver projects efficiently and in line with technical and safety standards. This is a highly field-oriented role where precision, accountability, and strong technical understanding are essential. It offers exposure to complex grid automation environments and end-to-end project execution responsibilities.
Accountabilities:
- Execute testing and commissioning of control and relay panels and substation automation systems at project sites
- Ensure all commissioning activities are carried out safely in compliance with internal and customer safety standards
- Conduct on-site troubleshooting, testing, and validation of systems according to defined procedures and checklists
- Coordinate closely with zonal service managers, engineering teams, and technical support for effective site execution
- Maintain accurate site documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and project updates
- Ensure proper handling and utilization of commissioning tools, test kits, and related equipment
- Manage customer communication on-site and ensure alignment on project milestones and handover documentation
- Complete project handover activities, including as-built documentation, system backups, and final site records
- Provide structured feedback to engineering, testing, project management, and sales teams for continuous improvement
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline
- 3–7+ years of experience in commissioning, testing, or substation automation systems
- Strong understanding of control and relay panels, protection systems, and grid automation technologies
- Hands-on experience with substation commissioning tools and procedures
- Strong knowledge of safety standards and field execution best practices
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional and on-site teams
- Willingness to travel frequently for domestic and international site assignments
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package aligned with experience
- Opportunity to work on large-scale international grid automation projects
- Hands-on exposure to advanced substation automation and protection systems
- Travel opportunities across multiple project locations
- Continuous technical learning and field experience development
- Collaborative environment with strong engineering and service support teams
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