Associate Manager - Operations & Maintenance

Adani Transmission (ATL); Gonda District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Transmission (ATL) is seeking an experienced Control Room Engineer/Lead Desk Engineer to oversee thermal power plant operations, including BTG and switchyard systems. The role focuses on maintaining safety, reliability, and environmental compliance across plant processes in a high-demand setting.

The candidate should have 9+ years in power plant operations, with expertise in FGD and switchyard management, and be capable of leading emergency responses and optimization initiatives to improve

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 9+ years of experience in power plant operations with a focus on thermal power plants.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Boiler, Turbine, Generator, BOP and Electrical Systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Execute start-up and shut-down operations of plant systems as required.
• Maintain close observation of plant parameters and respond promptly to deviations.
• Perform routine changeovers of equipment and trial of emergency drives.

Skills

Plant monitoring

Emergency handling

Start-up & shutdown

Education

BE/BTech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

About Business:

Adani Group:

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG-rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Power Limited (APL):

Adani Power Limited (APL), a part of the diversified Adani Group, is the largest private thermal power producer in India. We have a power generation capacity of 15,250 MW comprising thermal power plants in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand, and a 40 MW solar power project in Gujarat.

Job Purpose:

This role is responsible to monitor and operate plant systems, including Boiler, Turbine, Generator, BOP, switchyard and transformer area ensuring their optimal performance and executing necessary start-up and shut-down procedures. This role also performs and monitors Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) operations, maintaining equipment, promoting energy conservation, and ensuring environmental compliance.

Educational Qualification:

BE/B.tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution.

Work Experience (Range of years):

Minimum of 9+ years of experience in power plant operations with a focus on thermal power plants

Preferred Industry:

Experience in the power generation industry, specifically with thermal power plants, is highly preferred.

Control Room Engineer/Lead Desk Engineer /Lead FGD/ Switchyard Engineer

• Monitor Boiler, Turbine, Generator, BOP, and Electrical Systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Execute start-up and shut-down operations of the plant systems, as required.
• Maintain close observation of plant parameters and respond promptly to any deviations.
• Perform routine changeover of equipment and trial of emergency drives.

Emergency Response and Equipment Handling:

• Handle plant emergencies related to Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) and coordinate responses.
• Manage emergencies related to switchyards and grid problems to minimize impact on operations.
• Ensure safe isolation and normalization of equipment in response to operational needs or emergencies.
• Perform Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) operations and monitor FGD system parameters.
• Maintain all plant parameter logbooks accurately and up-to-date.

Energy Conservation and Environmental Compliance:

• Promote energy conservation in all activities, focusing on Specific Oil Consumption (SOC), Auxiliary Power Consumption (APC), Demineralized (DM) Water usage, and Heat Rate.
• Monitor critical chemistry parameters to ensure environmental compliance and operational efficiency.
• Implement and oversee FGD operations to reduce emissions and comply with environmental regulations.

Business Sustainability:

• Ensure adherence to IMS, AWMS, DISHA, CHETNA guidelines within the department.
• Maintain safety of personnel and equipment through proper training and adherence to safety protocols.
• Adhere to Permit to Work (PTW) systems and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Notify and report defects, problems in the plant to the shift in charge in a timely manner.

Digitization and Automation:

• Execute comprehensive digitization strategies to optimize operational efficiency.
• Implement automation solutions to support overall organizational goals/strategy.
• Implement process and system improvements, adopting newer technologies and innovative ideas.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Maintenance Engineers

Key Stakeholders - External:

NA