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Associate Project Commissioning Engineer

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Experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in the testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of HVDC systems, EHV/HV Air 
Insulated Substations (AIS) and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS). Responsible for planning and executing pre-commissioning and 
commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, international standards, safety requirements, and client 
expectations. Proven expertise in protection and control systems, power transformers, switchgear, CTs/PTs, GIS equipment, SCADA, 
communication systems, and HVDC converter station equipment. Skilled in coordinating with clients, OEMs, EPC contractors, and utility 
representatives to achieve safe and successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities

• Execute testing and commissioning activities for AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations up to EHV voltage levels.
Preform pre-commissioning and functional testing Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, CTs, VTs/CVTs, Disconnectors and 
Earthing Switches, Surge Arresters, GIS Bays and Modules and HVDC Converter Equipment etc.

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• Good to have knowledge on protection relay testing using Omicron, FREJA, or equivalent test equipment.
• Perform secondary injection, end-to-end testing, interlock verification, and protection scheme testing.
• Review engineering drawings, protection logic diagrams, cause-and-effect matrices, and commissioning procedures.
Coordinate with Commissioning managers for site activities, energization plans, outage schedules, and system integration 
testing.

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• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical, protection, and control system issues.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, IS, utility, and project-specific standards.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and final handover documentation.
• Maintain strict adherence to HSE requirements, permit-to-work systems, and electrical safety regulations.
Key Skills

• EHV/HV AIS & GIS Substation Commissioning
• HVDC Converter Station Testing & Commissioning 
• Power Transformer Testing
• High Voltage Equipment Testing
• Control & Protection Systems
• Fault Analysis & Troubleshooting
• Project Coordination & Team Leadership
• HSE Management and Electrical Safety
Typical Voltage Range

• HV: 66 kV, 110 kV, 132 kV, 220 kV
• EHV: 400 kV, 765 kV and above
• HVDC: ±320 kV, ±500 kV, ±800 kV and higher converter station systems
Professional Profile Statement
Testing & Commissioning professional with extensive experience in EHV/HV AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations, leading multidisciplinary 
teams for successful commissioning, energization, and handover of power transmission projects while ensuring safety, quality, and 
operational reliability.

Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job type Full time
Work arrangement On-Site
Experience Entry Level
Job function Engineering & Science
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-10-09
Reference number R0136685

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