About the Role
The role involves the testing and commissioning of substation equipment, panel testing at factory and site, management of annual maintenance contracts, and undertaking modifications in line with client requirements and international standards. You will design, develop, and implement key testing and commissioning (T&C) processes. This role includes supervising and managing a team, ensuring safety in the workplace, strategizing, and meeting set targets. You will lead, guide, and mentor the team to achieve departmental objectives and ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining documentation as per ISO guidelines.
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Job Responsibilities
- Create a system to plan, control, and measure T&C projects (Factory and Site)
- Identify and evaluate risks in T&C, considering factors that could impact activities and costs, and identify ways to mitigate risks
- Evaluate drawings and recommend modifications from a T&C perspective
- Support sales and execution teams in tender evaluation and technical proposal preparation
- Develop the T&C execution plan and manage planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for the T&C team to ensure timely delivery according to client specifications and budget
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and consultants for inspections, sign-offs, and ensuring completion that meets customer satisfaction
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies and procedures
- Monitor and evaluate outcomes for continuous improvement
- Support the internal testing team to ensure adherence to customer and manufacturing guidelines
- Record and report budgeted vs actual spend, manpower costs, rework costs, and mitigation plans
- Set targets for team members and evaluate their performance while developing processes to enhance skills
- Oversee capability development, overall program coordination, cost reduction, and customer support
- Ensure effective resource utilization and technical reviews
- Maintain a clean and tidy workplace (site and factory)
- Manage the tools, tackles, and test kits
- Ensure quality management and compliance/documentation related to health, safety, and the environment
- Implement process improvements
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
- 3 to 5+ years of proven experience in testing protection panels, LCCs, and RTU Panels
Knowledge & Skills
- Expert-level knowledge of electrical design principles and power systems
- In-depth understanding of protection relays (overcurrent, differential, distance, etc.) and control schemes
- Strong proficiency in handling testing equipment
- Familiarity with IEDs, SCADA, and communication protocols (Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3) is a strong advantage
- Working knowledge of key industry standards (IEC 61439, IEC 60204, UL 508A, NEC/NFPA 70)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with a collaborative mindset
At the company, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn, and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment, and vision.
