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.

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.

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.

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