Testing and Commissioning Engineer

*JOB DESCRIPTION*

*Safety and Testing Engineer*

We are seeking a Safety & Testing Engineer with hands-on experience in HT/LT electrical testing, commissioning, inspection, troubleshooting, and electrical safety. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and quality-compliant testing and commissioning of electrical systems in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, and applicable IS, IEC, IEEE, and CEA standards.

*Key Responsibilities*

• Electrical Testing & Commissioning
• Perform testing and commissioning of HT/LT electrical systems and installations.
• Test transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, CT/PTs, cables, MCC, PCC, APFC, and distribution panels.
• Conduct IR/Megger, continuity, polarity, earth resistance, contact resistance, Hi-Pot, TTR, and winding resistance tests.
• Perform primary & secondary injection and relay/protection system testing.
• Conduct functional testing of DG synchronization, VFD, UPS, capacitor banks, control and protection systems.
• Perform SCADA interface, interlocking, and functional testing wherever applicable.
• Verify transformer parameters including TTR, winding resistance, vector group, IR, and oil test reports.
• Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are completed as per approved procedures and project requirements.

*Inspection & Quality Assurance*

• Inspect electrical installations before energization and commissioning.
• Verify installations against approved drawings, SLDs, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Identify defects, deviations, and incomplete works and coordinate corrective actions.
• Ensure testing and workmanship comply with project quality plans and applicable standards.
• Conduct pre-energization checks and verify readiness for safe energization.

*Safety & Compliance*

• Ensure safe execution of all electrical testing and commissioning activities.
• Implement LOTO, PTW, JSA, Risk Assessment, PPE, barricading, and electrical isolation procedures.
• Ensure equipment is properly isolated, discharged, and earthed before testing.
• Identify electrical hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety inspections, and safety audits.
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents and support corrective action closure.

*Troubleshooting*

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, tripping issues, relay malfunctions, cable faults, breaker problems, and panel/control circuit issues.
• Troubleshoot transformers, VFDs, UPS systems, motors, and capacitor banks.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support during breakdowns, energization, and commissioning.

*Documentation & Reporting*

• Prepare testing, commissioning, inspection, and energization reports.
• Maintain test certificates, checklists, calibration records, and equipment test records.
• Prepare and close punch lists, observations, and NCRs.
• Maintain commissioning and handover documentation, including as-built records.
• Ensure test reports are properly reviewed, documented, and submitted.

*Coordination*

• Coordinate with project engineers, design teams, clients, consultants, contractors, and OEMs.
• Support project teams during testing, energization, troubleshooting, and final commissioning.
• Review technical documents, drawings, datasheets, and equipment test certificates.
• Provide technical inputs for equipment compliance and testing requirements.

*Required Technical Skills*

• HT/LT Electrical Testing & Commissioning
• Transformer & Switchgear Testing
• Relay & Protection Testing
• Primary & Secondary Injection Testing
• TTR & Winding Resistance Testing
• CT/PT & Circuit Breaker Testing
• Cable, Hi-Pot & Megger Testing
• Earthing & Contact Resistance Testing
• MCC/PCC/APFC Panel Testing
• DG Synchronization Testing
• VFD & UPS Testing
• SCADA & Functional/Interlocking Testing
• Electrical Fault Diagnostics & RCA
• Electrical Safety, LOTO & PTW
• Testing Equipment Knowledge

*Hands-on experience with:*

• Megger / Insulation Resistance Tester
• Earth Resistance Tester
• TTR & Winding Resistance Test Kit
• Contact Resistance Tester
• Primary & Secondary Injection Test Kits
• Relay Test Equipment
• Hi-Pot Test Equipment
• CT/PT Test Equipment
• Circuit Breaker Analyzer
• Power Quality Analyzer
• Multimeter & Clamp Meter

*Educational Qualification & Experience*

• B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 3 to 8 years of relevant experience in electrical testing, commissioning, inspection, and safety.
• Experience in EPC projects, substations, industrial plants, commercial buildings, infrastructure, power distribution, data centers, or renewable energy projects will be preferred.
• Certification/training in Electrical Testing & Commissioning, Electrical Safety, or Protection Systems will be an advantage.

*Key Competencies*

• Strong hands-on knowledge of electrical testing and commissioning.
• Good understanding of protection systems and electrical safety.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read SLDs, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Good documentation, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, accuracy, and timely project completion.