Assistant Manager – EHV Electrical (Solar)

ib vogt GmbH; Haryana; On-site; INR 2,200,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interesting and challenging tasks

International working environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

A global solar power firm is seeking an Assistant Manager – EHV Electrical to oversee site management and operations for large-scale EHV infrastructure projects across India. The role requires 5+ years of experience in electrical project supervision, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, and knowledge of relevant codes. Join an innovative team committed to the energy transition with competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in erection, installation and supervision of electrical/EHV projects.
• Ability to handle a multinational workforce and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of civil and electrical codes used in PV projects.
• Ability to manage multinational workforce and communicate directly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with subcontractors for mechanical, civil, and electrical works.
• Monitor work progress and manage construction logistics.
• Interpret drawings and manage EHV project elements.
• Coordinate site to head office and implement project execution methodologies.
• Manage construction activities including power, water, travel and accommodation.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Construction management

EHV infrastructure

Leadership

Communication in English and Hindi

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Assistant Manager – EHV Electrical (Solar)

Company Description

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the development, design and engineering, financing, EPC and operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally. As a manufacturer‑independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor‑made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns. Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 GW. We employ over 840 specialists in all areas of the solar power plant value chain across more than 40 countries, with offices in Spain, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and Southeast Asia.

Job Description

We are developing solar, wind, and solar‑wind hybrid sites across India. If you have a deep understanding of site‑related management and operations on a day‑to‑day basis, and ensure that work is done safely, on time and to the right quality standards, join our enthusiastic team of professionals, who wish to be part of the energy transition for large‑scale solar and wind projects in India.

Role & Responsibilities

• Coordinate with local subcontractors for various sub‑tasks, particularly the mechanical, civil and electrical works.
• Ensure accurate and timely collection and recording of quality/work progress (photos, daily logs, etc.).
• Monitor progress, oversee delivery of materials, and arrange for safe storage. The Site Manager shall spend 70 % of the time working in the field, sometimes in extreme weather conditions.
• Coordinate from site to head office and implement project execution methodologies.
• Manage construction activities including arrangement of construction power, water, travel, accommodation, pantry, etc.
• Interpret civil, mechanical and electrical drawings and implement 66 KV and above EHV Project elements such as feeder bays, metering at grid substations, transmission lines and pooling substations.
• Manage skilled and un‑skilled workers/3rd‑party supervisors at site.
• Implement project schedule as per PM plan and strategy.
• Take site‑level decisions for construction progress, in compliance with quality checks and inspections before and during civil, electrical, and mechanical works.
• Understand erection, testing and pre‑commissioning checks of equipment (power transformers, HT panels, LT panels, SCADA, HV/EHV cables, metering system) and submit reports as required.
• Arrange required machinery for construction, handle material management and documentation.
• Manage vendor teams for their respective works on site.
• Implement regular plans of action, inspections, daily progress reporting, joint measurement sheet verification, etc.
• Coordinate with contractors and their teams at site.
• Resolve all types of ROWs of EHV works and manage tasks from end to end.

Qualifications

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in erection, installation and supervision of electrical/EHV infrastructure projects of transmission lines and/or substations in various states of India.
• At least a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of overall work experience since graduation (10 years if diploma holder).
• Knowledge of civil, electrical, industrial automation codes and other associated codes/standards used in PV projects.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a multinational workforce in a dynamic situation and communicate directly.

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge and experience in construction of EHV substations and transmission lines up to 220 KV HV and LV systems; knowledge of latest work‑related manuals and relevant IS/CPWD standards of erection, installation and testing equipment and components.
• A personal commitment to a safe working environment for employees.
• Moderate leadership ability (team building, coaching, mentoring, change management, advising).
• Multi‑tasking ability (prioritise, organise, schedule work).
• Clear documentation and reporting of job progress.
• Good communication in English and Hindi with contractors, utility staff and engineers.
• Position located at construction sites in Indian states.

We Offer You

• Interesting and challenging tasks.
• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world.
• An open‑minded, friendly and highly motivated team.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Competitive remuneration (based on experience).

Equal Opportunity Statement

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we will do our best to support you.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology