Bondada Engineering Limited
Website:
bondada.net
Job details:
Designation: Senior Engineer
Department: Electrical
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Role Category: Testing & Commissioning
Location: TamilNadu - Thennampatti
Reporting: Associate Vice President – BESS
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineer – Testing & Commissioning to lead commissioning activities for utility-scale Solar EPC projects at Thennampatti, Tamil Nadu. The role involves complete responsibility for testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, grid synchronization, performance validation, and project handover of solar power plants.
The candidate will ensure that all electrical systems, equipment, and plant components operate safely and efficiently in compliance with project specifications, grid code requirements, statutory regulations, and quality standards. The role requires strong technical expertise in solar plant commissioning, protection systems, HT/LT electrical systems, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment.
The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in utility-scale solar projects, excellent coordination abilities, and strong problem-solving skills to manage site teams, contractors, DISCOM coordination, and commissioning schedules while ensuring timely project completion and operational readiness.
Key Roles & Responsibilites
Testing & Commissioning Management
- Lead end-to-end testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities for utility-scale solar power projects.
- Ensure successful energization and commissioning of PV systems, inverters, transformers, HT/LT panels, SCBs, switchyard equipment, and transmission systems.
- Develop and execute commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules in line with project timelines.
- Coordinate commissioning activities with engineering, construction, and project management teams.
- Grid Synchronization & Performance Validation
- Manage grid synchronization activities in coordination with DISCOM, transmission authorities, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with grid code requirements, statutory approvals, and utility standards.
- Monitor plant performance parameters and validate system functionality before handover.
- Conduct performance ratio (PR) testing and plant performance assessments.
- Electrical Testing & Troubleshooting
- Supervise testing of cables, transformers, breakers, relays, protection systems, and earthing systems.
- Analyze and resolve electrical faults, system abnormalities, and commissioning issues.
- Ensure calibration and functionality of protection relays, meters, and monitoring systems.
- Coordinate with OEMs and vendors for troubleshooting and technical support.
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Ensure all testing and commissioning activities comply with quality standards and project specifications.
- Review test reports, inspection records, commissioning checklists, and as-built documentation.
- Maintain proper documentation for statutory inspections, approvals, and client handover.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and commissioning progress reports for management review.
- Safety & Compliance
- Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety procedures and HSE guidelines during commissioning activities.
- Conduct risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety briefings for commissioning teams.
- Ensure safe isolation, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and permit-to-work procedures are followed.
- Support implementation of zero-incident safety culture across project sites.
Key Skills
- Solar EPC Testing & Commissioning
- Utility-Scale Solar Plant Commissioning
- Grid Synchronization & Grid Code Compliance
- HT/LT Electrical Systems
- Inverters, Transformers & Switchyard Commissioning
- Protection Relay Testing & Troubleshooting
- SCADA & Monitoring Systems Knowledge
- Electrical Fault Analysis & Troubleshooting
- Cable Testing & Electrical Measurements
- Earthing & Lightning Protection Systems
- Pre-Commissioning & Energization Procedures
- Performance Ratio (PR) Testing & Validation
- Electrical Drawings & SLD Interpretation
- Quality Assurance & Technical Documentation
- DISCOM & Regulatory Coordination
- HSE & Electrical Safety Compliance
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
- Risk Assessment & Permit-to-Work Systems
- Contractor & Vendor Coordination
- Team Leadership & Site Supervision
- Project Execution & Schedule Management
- Problem Solving & Analytical Skills
- MS Office & Reporting Tools
- Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Knowledge of IEC / IS Electrical Standards
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