Electrical Engineer - Solar PMC

AECOM; Khavda; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineer to oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical architectures, SCADA automation, and control-system interfaces for GW assets. The role emphasizes field surveillance, wiring checks, and coordination across Civil, Design, Commissioning, and Construction teams.

You will lead electrical execution at large-scale projects, ensure safety and quality, and manage interface issues with multiple stakeholders while working at remote project sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of +5 - 10 years of direct electrical engineering experience in utility-scale solar PV power plants or heavy electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Inspect installation against approved drawings and ITP hold/witness points for modules/string wiring, DC cabling, SCBs/SMBs, inverters, IDTs, MV equipment and SCADA/PPC/RTU/control-panel interfaces.

Skills

Site leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Safety & quality

Execution mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer will oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical architectures, SCADA automation, and control-system interfaces for GW assets.

• Minimum of +5 - 10 years of direct electrical engineering experience in utility-scale solar PV power plants or heavy electrical infrastructure. At least 2 to 3 years of focused experience handling solar SCADA, automation, PLC programming, or substation control systems. Exposure to large-scale Indian solar parks (exceeding 150MW+ individual block size) is highly desirable.
• Provide field-level electrical surveillance for Solar DC, AC, MV and SCADA/control-system interfaces through installation completion, integrated testing and energization readiness.
• Verifies installed electrical and SCADA/control-interface works and supporting evidence; EPC/OEM performs design, software configuration, installation and testing; QA/QC controls quality records; and the Commissioning Engineer coordinates integrated energization testing.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect installation against approved drawings and ITP hold/witness points for modules/string wiring, DC cabling, SCBs/SMBs, inverters, IDTs, MV equipment and SCADA/PPC/RTU/control-panel interfaces.
• Monitor MV cabling/OHPL interfaces, ACDB/ICOG/MCR/PSS works, earthing, lightning protection, metering, protection, SCADA communication, I/O and control-system interfaces.
• Check cable routing, tagging, termination workmanship, torque/termination records, fibre/communication connections, signal/interface schedules, test-pack readiness and punch closure.
• Witness allocated electrical and SCADA/control-interface checks, including communication readiness and alarm/interlock/data-point verification, and report deviations or incomplete evidence to QA/QC and Commissioning teams.
• Coordinate electrical and SCADA/control-system workfront releases and interface issues with Civil, Design, Commissioning and Construction Management resources.
• Maintain field observation and electrical completion status for assigned areas.

Principal Client-Facing Outputs

• Electrical surveillance/inspection records.
• Electrical and SCADA/control-interface punch and completion-status input.
• Test-readiness and interface observation reports.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, or a closely related technical field.

Additional Information

Key Competencies

• Strong site leadership and team coordination
• Problem-solving and decision-making under site constraints
• Effective communication with multi-stakeholders
• High commitment to safety and quality
• Result-oriented execution mindset

• Key Focus Areas (Site-Level Execution)

• Safe and timely construction of substations and transmission systems
• Quality assurance and compliance with specifications
• Effective contractor and interface management
• Smooth commissioning and grid integration
• Real-time progress monitoring and reporting

• Additional Information

• Willingness to work at remote project sites
• Experience in large-scale, multi-location infrastructure projects preferred

• Alignment with Discipline Leads (Site Level)

• Electrical Lead: Execution of HV/EHV systems, testing & commissioning
• Civil Lead: Foundations, structures, GIS buildings, and site development
• I&C Lead: SCADA, SAS, and communication systems
• QA/QC Lead: Inspection, testing, and quality compliance
• HSE Lead: Safety implementation and monitoring

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.