DGM - EBOP Lead

Aditya Birla Renewables Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Aditya Birla Renewables Limited is seeking a senior O&M and asset management leader for eBoP projects, overseeing 220 kV / 400-420 kV substations, transmission lines, and related electrical infrastructure across renewable energy assets. The role focuses on ensuring high asset availability, grid compliance, and reliable operations while coordinating with SLDC/NRLDC and other utilities.

You will drive O&M vendors, OEMs and service providers, manage spare and emergency readiness, and

Qualifications

• Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering - Mandatory.
• 14-16 years of experience in eBoP / Substation / Transmission O&M, preferably in Renewable Energy / Power sector.
• Strong hands-on exposure to 220 kV and 400/420 kV substations and transmission lines.
• Expertise in relay protection, relay coordination, USS, IDT, power transformers, SAS and PLCC.
• Experience coordinating with SLDC, NRLDC, DISCOMs and grid authorities.
• Understanding of Forecasting & Scheduling, including Hybrid, RTC and BESS models for captive and DISCOM projects.
• Strong knowledge of emergency preparedness, critical spare management, maintenance planning, and substation operations.
• Working knowledge of substation commissioning and energization processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple O&M vendors and service providers and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Strong communication, leadership, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with government and regulatory stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead O&M of 220 kV/400-420 kV substations, transmission lines, and eBoP assets to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain substations, transmission lines, USS, IDT, transformers, switchgear and related systems.
• Oversee relay protection and coordination, testing and troubleshooting for reliability.
• Coordinate with SLDC, NRLDC, DISCOMs and grid authorities for seamless operations.
• Understand forecasting and scheduling under Hybrid/RTC/BESS for captive and DISCOM projects.
• Oversee SAS, PLCC, and Fortee/communication systems ensuring reliable data connectivity.
• Drive O&M vendors and service providers for timely maintenance and issue resolution.
• Manage critical spare identification and inventory to minimize downtime.
• Prepare monthly GMR and operational reports.
• Coordinate O&M invoices and vendor deliverables with internal teams.

Skills

O&M management

Substation O&M

Grid coordination

Vendor management

Emergency readiness

Relay protection

Communication systems

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

To lead the O&M and asset management of eBoP systems, including 220 kV / 400-420 kV substations, transmission lines, and associated electrical infrastructure for renewable energy projects. The role will ensure high asset availability, grid compliance, reliable operations, and effective coordination with vendors, utilities, SLDC/NRLDC, and other stakeholders.

The role is responsible for ensuring reliable and compliant operation of high-voltage electrical assets across renewable energy projects, including substations, transmission lines, transformers, protection systems, SAS, PLCC, and communication infrastructure.

Key challenges include maintaining high asset reliability, managing multiple O&M vendors, ensuring seamless grid communication, coordinating with SLDC/NRLDC, managing emergency situations and critical spares, and ensuring timely closure of technical and operational issues.

The role requires strong technical expertise in substation and transmission O&M, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive vendors and service providers to deliver results.

3) Principal Accountabilities & Supporting Actions

eBoP Asset Management

Lead O&M of 220 kV / 400-420 kV substations, transmission lines, and associated eBoP assets to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Substation & Transmission O&M

Ensure maintenance of substations, transmission lines, USS, IDT, power transformers, switchgear, and associated electrical systems.

Protection & Relay Coordination

Oversee relay protection systems, protection coordination, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability.

Grid Coordination

Coordinate with SLDC, NRLDC, DISCOMs, and other grid stakeholders for seamless grid operations and data communication.

Forecasting & Scheduling

Ensure understanding and effective coordination of forecasting and scheduling requirements under Hybrid / RTC / BESS models for captive and DISCOM projects.

SAS / Communication Systems

Oversee systems including SAS, PLCC, Fortee/communication systems, and ensure reliable data and communication connectivity.

Drive O&M vendors, OEMs, and service providers for timely maintenance, issue resolution, performance, and contractual deliverables.

Spare Management

Ensure critical spare identification, availability, inventory control, and timely replenishment to minimize asset downtime.

Develop and maintain Emergency Preparedness Plans and ensure readiness for critical electrical and grid-related emergencies.

Possess strong understanding of substation commissioning, testing, protection systems, and energization processes to effectively support O&M readiness.

Performance & Reporting

Monitor asset performance, downtime, maintenance activities, and prepare monthly GMR and operational reports.

Commercial & Invoicing

Coordinate O&M service invoices, vendor deliverables, and commercial closure with relevant internal teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering - Mandatory.
• 14-16 years of experience in eBoP / Substation / Transmission O&M, preferably in Renewable Energy / Power sector.
• Strong hands-on exposure to 220 kV and 400/420 kV substations and transmission lines.
• Expertise in relay protection, relay coordination, USS, IDT, power transformers, SAS and PLCC.
• Experience coordinating with SLDC, NRLDC, DISCOMs and grid authorities.
• Understanding of Forecasting & Scheduling, including Hybrid, RTC and BESS models for captive and DISCOM projects.
• Strong knowledge of emergency preparedness, critical spare management, maintenance planning, and substation operations.
• Working knowledge of substation commissioning and energization processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple O&M vendors and service providers and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Strong communication, leadership, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with government and regulatory stakeholders.