Head of Design & Engineering, Wind Projects

Enfinity Global; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contribution to meaningful climate change initiatives

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Hyderabad is seeking a Head – Design and Engineering to lead engineering functions for utility-scale wind and hybrid renewable projects. The ideal candidate will have 12-20+ years of experience in project design and a strong background in grid compliance. Responsibilities include managing engineering teams and ensuring adherence to technical standards. This position offers a dynamic, multinational environment focused on impactful sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• 12-20+ years of experience in wind and hybrid renewable project design.
• Strong familiarity with IEC/IEEE standards and CEA/CERC regulations.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, Chartered Engineer (IEI).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineering teams across various functions.
• Ensure design excellence and compliance with grid standards.
• Oversee integration of WTG SCADA and associated systems.

Skills

Wind turbine engineering

SCADA compliance

Detailed BoP design

Design optimisation

Feasibility analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Power Systems

Tools

ETAP

PLS-CADD

Job description

Enfinity Global is a purpose‑driven company focused on making a positive impact on the planet by helping companies, governments, and individuals transition to a carbon‑free and sustainable economy. Our role as a leading IPP is to develop, finance, build, operate, and own renewable energy assets in the long term in Europe, Asia, and the Americas through our offices in the USA, Spain, Italy, UK, Netherlands, India, and Japan.

Our team of over 400 Enfiniters comprises seasoned finance professionals, as well as experienced project developers and operators with extensive industry experience across all stages of the project life cycle. We pride ourselves on being creative and innovative solution providers to our customers and partners.

Role Summary

The Head – Design and Engineering is responsible for leading all engineering, SCADA, WTG engineering, BoP design, and BESS technical functions for utility‑scale wind and hybrid renewable projects. This role ensures design excellence, grid compliance, cost optimisation, and technical assurance from concept development through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Engineering Governance
   • Lead and mentor teams across WTG engineering, electrical BoP, civil/structural, SCADA/controls, and BESS engineering functions.
   • Define engineering strategy, standards, design guidelines, and quality benchmarks.
   • Govern technical review and approval of all engineering deliverables, including IFC drawings.
2. WTG Engineering
   • Oversee WTG engineering requirements encompassing mechanical, electrical, structural, and control aspects.
   • Validate WTG specifications, performance parameters, load cases, and grid compliance.
   • Coordinate with OEMs for turbine interface, tower/foundation design loads, and SCADA integration.
3. SCADA, Controls & Digital Systems
   • Lead SCADA architecture, cybersecurity compliance, PLC/server configuration, and data acquisition.
   • Oversee integration of WTG SCADA, BoP SCADA, BESS EMS, and PPC systems.
4. Balance of Plant (BoP) Engineering
   • Design MV/EHV systems, select switch gears, control and relay panels, plan switch yards, and design transmission lines according to IEC/IEEE, CEA, CERC, and utility standards.
   • Prepare substation documentation: single‑line diagrams, plans, sectional layouts, erection key diagrams, metering & protection diagrams, control schematics, logic diagrams, reactive power compensation, and power plant controller selections.
   • Compute plant earthing design calculations as per IEEE‑80/IS‑3043 standards.
   • Conduct feasibility studies, load flow/power flow analyses, detailed project reports, BOM/BOQ preparation, project costing, and other technical support.
   • Perform detailed site evaluations, due‑diligence reviews, and pre‑engineering support for BD, Finance, and Construction teams.
   • Oversee civil BoP works including foundations, PSS, internal roads, crane pads, drainage, and control‑room buildings.
   • Review Geotech and hydrology reports.
   • Lead engineering and integration of BESS/ESS in hybrid projects.
   • Review BESS technology, PCS/EMS design, safety systems, and compliance.
   • Lead comprehensive BoP and BESS cost estimation.
5. Grid Compliance & Regulatory Requirements
   • Ensure adherence to CEA, CERC, and state grid codes.
   • Lead LVRT/HVRT compliance, reactive power performance, and grid modelling.
   • Support technical documentation for FTC processes.
6. Project Execution & Technical Assurance
   • Provide technical leadership during FAT/SAT, inspections, and commissioning.
   • Ensure engineering deliverables support construction efficiency and operational reliability.
   • Manage technical interactions with OEMs, EPCs, SCADA vendors, BESS suppliers, and consultants.
7. Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
   • Lead comprehensive vendor qualification and technical evaluation processes.
   • Support procurement with bid analysis and RFQ preparation.

Deliverables

• WTG engineering documentation and integration specifications.
• SCADA/PPC/EMS design packages.
• Basic and detailed design drawings.
• IFC packages and design validation reports.
• BoP and BESS cost estimates and BOM/BOQ approvals.
• Grid compliance reports and approvals.

Requirements

Key Skills

• Wind turbine engineering (mechanical/electrical/controls) and interface management.
• SCADA, controls architecture, PPC/EMS integration and cybersecurity compliance.
• Detailed BoP design (EHV/MV systems, switchyard, TL, protection systems, earthing as per IEEE‑80/IS‑3043).
• Design optimisation for PR, LCOE, and cost‑efficient layouts.
• Feasibility analysis—load flow, project studies, DPR, BOQ/BOM preparation.
• Techno‑commercial evaluation, vendor qualification, and bid support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (Master's in Power Systems preferred for strong grid/BoP context).
• 12‑20+ years of experience in wind and hybrid renewable project design, including WTG, BoP, SCADA, and grid compliance engineering.
• Strong familiarity with IEC/IEEE standards, CEA/CERC regulations, and Indian utility requirements.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, Chartered Engineer (IEI), or specialised training in grid/SCADA tools (e.g., ETAP, PLS‑CADD).

In Enfinity Global, you will find a dynamic multinational environment in one of the most exciting and impactful industries. We foster professional and personal growth, and you will have the opportunity to actively contribute and make a real impact on climate change.

Let's build our future together.

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