AC Substation & Grid Engineer

GMR Group; Delhi; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

GMR Group is seeking an experienced AC Substation & Grid Engineer to lead HV/EHV substation engineering, grid interconnection, and evacuation systems for utility‑scale solar and wind projects. You will ensure compliance with CEA, grid codes, and regulatory requirements while coordinating with OEMs, EPCs and internal teams.

The role requires 7–10 years (or >2 GW) of relevant experience in EHV substations, protection, grid integration studies, and FE/FDRE, RTC, and BESS integrations for

Qualifications

• Experience with HV/EHV substations and grid interconnection.
• Understanding of protection philosophy and relay coordination.
• Knowledge of grid codes and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering for switchyard and HV/EHV systems up to 400 kV.
• Prepare and review SLDs, switchyard layouts, specifications and BOQs.
• Develop protection philosophy and coordinate relays.
• Conduct load flow and grid studies; manage utility interfaces.
• Support commissioning and synchronization activities.
• Ensure compliance with CEA, STU/CTU, DISCOM and grid codes.

Skills

HV Substation

Grid Studies

Protection Coordination

SLD Review

Load Flow

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated AC Substation & Grid Engineer for GMR Renewables Engineering team with 7-10 Years or >2 GW of relevant experience to Leads HV/EHV substation engineering, grid interconnection, evacuation systems and ensuring full compliance with CEA, STU/CTU, DISCOM and grid‑code requirements in utility‑scale solar & wind plants, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards

ORGANISATION CHART

• CBO- Renewables
• Lead Design & Engineering (Solar & Wind)
• AC Substation & Grid Engineer

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Detail engineering or Switchyard and HV/EHV systems upto 400kV level
• Preparation & review of Single Line Diagrams (SLD), switchyard layouts and components, technical specifications and BOQs
• Protection philosophy & relay coordination
• Load flow & grid studies
• Utility interface & approvals
• Commissioning & synchronization support

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Additional Details

• Ensure engineering solutions align with business objectives for cost-effective project execution.
• Maintain compliance with technical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely completion of power evacuation and grid feasibility studies.
• Secure necessary grid interconnection approvals in compliance with regulations

EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS

OEMs, EPC contractors, Owner’s engineer, Technical consultants, Regulatory bodies

INTERNAL INTERACTIONS

CBO, Procurement, Project development and execution teams

FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS

As per AOP

OTHER DIMENSIONS

Individual Contributor

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical Engineering

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• 7-10 years in EHV substations and grid systems preferably with an IPP, OEM, renewable energy developer, or technical consultant.
• Proven experience with upto 400 kV substations, protection, grid codes
• Proven experience in power evacuation feasibility, and grid integration studies.
• Strong understanding of FDRE, RTC, and BESS integration in renewable energy systems.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards (CERC, CEA, SERC), tender requirements (SECI/NTPC/State-level)

COMPETENCIES

• Capability Building
• Entrepreneurship
• Execution & Results
• Networking
• Personal Effectiveness
• Planning & Decision Making
• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
• Social Awareness
• Stakeholder Focus
• Strategic Orientation
• Teamwork & Interpersonal influence