Testing & Commissioning Engineer

About the Company

A leading organization in the engineering sector, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions in electrical systems and ensuring safety and reliability in all operations.

About the Role

Ensures 13.8-380 kV substation electrical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned per design specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations, verifying performance, addressing issues, and ensuring reliable, safe operation before handover.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify installation of equipment, cabling, and protection systems.
• Conduct primary and secondary injection tests, insulation resistance tests, transformer turns ratio (TTR) tests, and functional tests.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during commissioning and startup.
• Work closely with project engineers, site managers, and contractors to ensure smooth commissioning.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports, testing logs, and as built records.
• Ensure systems meet operational and safety standards before handover to operations teams.
• Identify and diagnose faults in high voltage equipment and protection systems, perform systematic tests to isolate issues, conduct root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and re verify system performance.
• Maintain detailed records and coordinate with teams while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout testing and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering.
• Certification or training in substation commissioning and testing (e.g., IEC standards, relay testing courses).
• 5-7 years in testing and commissioning of high voltage substations (13.8 kV-380 kV).
• 2 years experience in similar role.
• Proficiency in protection relay settings, SCADA systems, and diagnostic software.
• Strong knowledge of international standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI).

Required Skills

• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Accountability & Professionalism
• Efficiency

Preferred Skills

• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Planning & Organizing
• Effective Communication
• Delivering On Time
• People Management

Pay range and compensation package

Details regarding pay range or salary or compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.