Designation: Senior Engineer
Department: Electrical
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Role Category: Testing & Commissioning
Location: TamilNadu - Vellalviduthi
Reporting: Associate Vice President – BESS
Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced BESS Testing & Commissioning Engineer with 6–8 years of strong technical experience in electrical testing, commissioning and power systems. The candidate should have hands-on experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems, PCS/Inverters, BMS, EMS, SCADA, MV/LV systems and protection systems.
Key Roles & Responsibilites:
- Lead and execute BESS testing and commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through final energization and handover.
- Review and understand Single Line Diagrams (SLD), wiring diagrams, control schematics, protection logic and OEM manuals.
- Perform inspection and testing of:
- Battery racks/modules/containers
- Battery Management System (BMS)
- Power Conversion System (PCS)
- Energy Management System (EMS)
- SCADA and communication systems
- MV/LV switchgear
- Transformers
- Auxiliary systems
- HVAC and fire detection/suppression interfaces
- Carry out electrical tests such as IR, continuity, earth resistance, voltage/current verification and functional tests as applicable.
- Conduct PCS charging/discharging tests, grid synchronization and operational mode testing.
- Verify BMS alarms, trips, interlocks, SOC/SOH monitoring and protection functions.
- Perform protection relay testing, trip circuit verification, interlock testing and emergency shutdown/E-Stop testing.
- Verify communication between BMS, PCS, EMS and SCADA.
- Troubleshoot electrical, control, communication and system integration issues during commissioning.
- Coordinate with OEM, EPC contractor, client, electrical contractors and utility representatives.
- Prepare and maintain commissioning documents, test reports, check sheets, punch lists and handover dossiers.
- Ensure all testing activities are carried out according to approved method statements, ITPs, project specifications and OEM procedures.
- Support SAT, performance testing, reliability testing and final project handover.
Qualification & Experience:
- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering preferred.
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering with strong relevant commissioning experience may also be considered.
- 6–8 years of overall experience in Electrical Testing & Commissioning.
- Strong preference for candidates with hands-on experience in BESS / Solar + BESS / Renewable Energy / Substation / Power Plant projects.
- Experience in utility-scale BESS projects will be an added advantage.
- Experience with PCS, BMS, EMS and SCADA integration is highly preferred.
- Experience in client/OEM coordination and site commissioning leadership is desirable.
- Candidates with Tamil Nadu project / utility coordination experience will be preferred.
Key Skills:
- Strong technical knowledge of BESS and electrical systems
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
- Strong commissioning and testing skills
- Good documentation skills
- Ability to lead site teams
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Strong safety awareness
- Ability to work under project deadlines
- Willingness to work at project site in Vellaviduthi, Tamil Nadu