Electrical Engineer(C Licence)

Kauvery Hospital; Salem; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kauvery Hospital is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a valid C Licence to manage, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the hospital's electrical systems. The role focuses on uninterrupted power supply, safety, preventive maintenance, and regulatory compliance across critical infrastructure.

The candidate will oversee HT/LT systems, DG sets, UPS, and emergency power, coordinating with biomedical, HVAC, and safety teams to ensure safe, compliant operations in a high-demand healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Valid Electrical C License / applicable electrical supervisor or contractor licence, as required by the relevant state authority.
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and hospital electrical infrastructure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain electrical systems, including HT/LT panels, transformers, electrical distribution boards, and switchgear, as applicable.
• Monitor and maintain DG sets, AMF panels, UPS systems, battery banks, and emergency power supply systems.
• Ensure uninterrupted electrical power to critical hospital areas such as ICUs, operation theatres, emergency departments, laboratories, and medical equipment rooms.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical installations, lighting systems, wiring, earthing, and power distribution networks.
• Supervise electrical technicians, electricians, and external contractors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical safety rules, statutory requirements, and local electrical inspectorate regulations.
• Maintain electrical maintenance records, equipment logs, breakdown reports, checklists, and energy consumption records.
• Coordinate with biomedical engineering, HVAC, plumbing, fire and safety, and other hospital departments.
• Attend electrical breakdowns and emergencies promptly to minimize disruption to hospital operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical panels, cables, earthing systems, and safety devices.
• Ensure proper implementation of lockout/tagout (LOTO), permit-to-work procedures, and electrical safety practices.
• Coordinate with authorized agencies for statutory inspections, testing, and licence-related compliance.
• Monitor energy consumption and recommend energy-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with hospital safety policies, infection control requirements, and operational protocols while carrying out maintenance activities.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

HT/LT systems

DG sets/UPS

Troubleshooting

Energy management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical C License

Job description

Job Description: Electrical Engineer C License Holder (Hospital Sector)
Job Title: Electrical Engineer C License Holder
Department: Engineering / Facilities Management
Industry: Healthcare / Hospital
Location: Salem
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 10 15 years preferred
Reporting To: Facility Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for a qualified and experienced Electrical Engineer holding a valid C Licence to manage, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the electrical systems of a hospital. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring uninterrupted power supply, electrical safety, preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, and reliable operation of critical hospital infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain electrical systems, including HT/LT panels, transformers, electrical distribution boards, and switchgear, as applicable.
• Monitor and maintain DG sets, AMF panels, UPS systems, battery banks, and emergency power supply systems.
• Ensure uninterrupted electrical power to critical hospital areas such as ICUs, operation theatres, emergency departments, laboratories, and medical equipment rooms.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical installations, lighting systems, wiring, earthing, and power distribution networks.
• Supervise electrical technicians, electricians, and external contractors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical safety rules, statutory requirements, and local electrical inspectorate regulations.
• Maintain electrical maintenance records, equipment logs, breakdown reports, checklists, and energy consumption records.
• Coordinate with biomedical engineering, HVAC, plumbing, fire and safety, and other hospital departments.
• Attend electrical breakdowns and emergencies promptly to minimize disruption to hospital operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical panels, cables, earthing systems, and safety devices.
• Ensure proper implementation of lockout/tagout (LOTO), permit-to-work procedures, and electrical safety practices.
• Coordinate with authorized agencies for statutory inspections, testing, and licence-related compliance.
• Monitor energy consumption and recommend energy-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with hospital safety policies, infection control requirements, and operational protocols while carrying out maintenance activities.

Educational Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Valid Electrical C License / applicable electrical supervisor or contractor licence, as required by the relevant state authority.
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and hospital electrical infrastructure is essential.

Required Skills and Experience

• 1015 years of experience in electrical maintenance, preferably in a hospital, healthcare facility, or large commercial building.
• Good knowledge of HT/LT electrical systems, transformers, DG sets, UPS, and emergency power systems.
• Understanding of electrical load management, earthing, protection systems, and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical faults