Manager HVDC

ENGIE Group; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Global exposure and career progression

Permanent employment and on-site work

Job summary

Tractebel, part of ENGIE, invites applications for a Manager/Senior Manager – HVDC to lead HVDC projects from feasibility to commissioning in India. Based in Gurgaon on site, you will steer technical excellence, coordinate interfaces, and mentor teams across international transmission initiatives.

You will require a graduate in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years in EHV/HVDC, hands-on HVDC experience, and strong knowledge of HVDC configurations, standards, and grid code compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 6 years of experience in EHV AC transmission (345 kV and above) and/or HVDC projects (±320 kV and above).
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in engineering, commissioning, or O&M of HVDC converter stations.
• Strong understanding of HVDC system configurations, converter equipment, protection and control philosophies, and grid code compliance.
• Familiarity with LCC and/or VSC-based HVDC systems and IEC/IEEE/CIGRÉ standards.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review HVDC converter station engineering, covering transformers, valves, reactors, filters, DC switchyards, protection and control, SCADA, and auxiliary systems.
• Perform technical reviews of basic and detailed engineering documents for EHV AC (345 kV and above) and HVDC projects (±320 kV and above).
• Develop FEED documents and support feasibility studies for large-scale power transmission projects.
• Provide technical support during commissioning, including energization, trial operations, performance testing, and troubleshooting.
• Support O&M activities through reliability assessments, root cause analysis, and development of maintenance strategies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery and effective interface management.
• Act as a key technical interface with clients, utilities, OEMs, and regulatory authorities.

Skills

HVDC technology

EHV transmission

Interface management

Stakeholder management

Mentoring teams

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Job description

TRACTEBEL ENGINEERING PRIVATE LIMITED (IN)

Permanent

Full - Time

At Tractebel, we engineer solutions that power the energy transition and shape a more sustainable world. As part of ENGIE, we work on projects that truly matter — connecting communities, strengthening grids, and enabling clean energy at scale.

We are looking for a Manager / Senior Manager – HVDC to join our Transmission & Distribution team in India. In this role, you will drive the technical excellence of high-voltage direct current projects, from feasibility through commissioning. Your expertise will directly support the delivery of pioneering HVDC and EHV AC transmission systems across international markets.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and review HVDC converter station engineering, covering transformers, valves, reactors, filters, DC switchyards, protection and control, SCADA, and auxiliary systems.
• Perform technical reviews of basic and detailed engineering documents for EHV AC (345 kV and above) and HVDC projects (±320 kV and above).
• Develop FEED documents and support feasibility studies for large-scale power transmission projects.
• Provide technical support during commissioning, including energization, trial operations, performance testing, and troubleshooting.
• Support O&M activities through reliability assessments, root cause analysis, and development of maintenance strategies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery and effective interface management.
• Act as a key technical interface with clients, utilities, OEMs, and regulatory authorities.

What You Bring

• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering (mandatory); postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in EHV AC transmission (345 kV and above) and/or HVDC projects (±320 kV and above).
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in engineering, commissioning, or O&M of HVDC converter stations.
• Strong understanding of HVDC system configurations, converter equipment, protection and control philosophies, and grid code compliance.
• Familiarity with LCC and/or VSC-based HVDC systems and relevant IEC/IEEE/CIGRÉ standards.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and lead cross-functional technical coordination (especially for Senior Manager level).

Location

Gurgaon, India — On Site

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package aligned with your experience and expertise.
• Clear career progression within a global engineering consulting leader.
• Diverse and stimulating missions on first-of-their-kind international transmission projects.
• A friendly, collaborative work environment that values knowledge sharing and professional growth.
• Permanent employment with flexibility to support your work-life balance.
• Continuous learning opportunities within the broader ENGIE and Tractebel network.

Our Commitment

Ready to engineer your positive impact? It's your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition — while enhancing the lives of millions of people through meaningful projects around the world. Be a transition maker, accomplish more and change our world! It's our reality. At Tractebel, we don't just talk about change, we make it happen.

Tractebel is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and actively promote diversity in our workforce. We believe that diverse teams drive better solutions and stronger outcomes. All qualified applicants receive consideration regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for every candidate.

Business Unit: Tractebel

Legal Entity: TRACTEBEL ENGINEERING PRIVATE LIMITED (IN)

Company Name: Tractebel

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