Asst. Manager

KP Group; Talaja; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

KP Group is seeking a skilled Substation Operations engineer to manage 66 kV substations and transmission lines in Gujarat. You will support routine and breakdown maintenance, testing, and protection coordination, while keeping logs and compliance documentation up to date.

The role requires a Diploma or BE in Electrical Engineering with 5–7 years’ experience in 66 kV O&M, knowledge of protection systems, SCADA, and IS/IEC safety norms; AutoCAD basics and power system software familiarity are a

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in Electrical Engineering with 5–7 years’ experience in 66 kV substation and transmission line O&M.
• Proficiency in protection coordination, SCADA, and testing protocols.
• Knowledge of IS/IEC safety norms and CEA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain 66 kV substations; support routine and breakdown maintenance and testing tasks.
• Inspect transmission lines; address ROW issues and tower integrity concerns.
• Adhere to safety protocols; participate in audits and corrective actions.
• Supervise contractors and coordinate with control rooms and engineering teams.
• Assist in new substation or line installation projects and report progress.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

66 kV O&M

SCADA

Protection systems

Safety compliance

IS/IEC standards

AutoCAD basics

Power system software

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or BE Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP/PSCAD

MS Office

Job description

Substation Operations

• Support routine and breakdown maintenance activities for 66 kV substations.
• Ensure substation equipment (breakers, isolators, CTs, PTs, relays) are operating within defined parameters.
• Assist in testing, commissioning, and protection coordination.
• Maintain logs, SOPs, and compliance documentation for regulatory audits.

Transmission Line Maintenance

• Conduct patrolling and periodic inspections of 66 kV transmission lines.
• Identify right-of-way issues, vegetation management needs, and tower integrity concerns.
• Support shutdown planning and maintenance work execution.

Technical & Safety Compliance

• Adhere to statutory and internal safety protocols.
• Participate in safety audits, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Maintain equipment performance logs, testing records, and calibration data.

Team Coordination & Supervision

• Supervise contractors and field staff during routine operations and projects.
• Liaise with load dispatch centers, control rooms, and engineering teams.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination for planned and unplanned outages.

Project Support

• Assist in new substation or line installation projects (66 kV scope).
• Participate in material verification, site readiness, and progress monitoring.
• Report project status to management and flag risks or delays.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in 66 kV substation and transmission line O&M.
• Working knowledge of protection systems, SCADA, and testing protocols.
• Familiar with safety norms like IS/IEC standards, CEA regulations.
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD basics, and power system software tools (ETAP/PSCAD – optional).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.