Senior Manager

Adani Group; Phalodi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking an Incharge - Protection to oversee protection system implementation, operation, and maintenance at site level. You will ensure fault management, safety compliance, and alignment with standards while coordinating with vendors for timely delivery and quality.

The role requires 10+ years in metering/grid integration, strong knowledge of power systems, and ability to lead cross-functional teams for system upgrades and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong academic foundation in power systems, metering, and communication systems.
• In-depth knowledge of metering standards, protocols, and data management.
• 10+ years of experience in metering and grid integration for power systems, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
• Proven track record in leading metering teams, managing metering projects, and ensuring grid compliance.
• Strong understanding of power market regulations, tariffs, and commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection systems at site.
• Monitor system performance and provide immediate technical support.
• Coordinate with vendors/contractors for timely delivery and QA of protection equipment.
• Lead fault identification and resolution to minimize downtime.
• Set up root cause analysis and propose system enhancements.
• Maintain incident logs and ensure safety/regulatory compliance.
• Perform site audits, risk assessments, and documentation updates.
• Coordinate with engineering, safety, and procurement for project execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve protection performance through upgrades.

Skills

Budget management

Power quality analysis

Regulatory compliance

Control system architecture

Metering & grid integration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

PPC

Metering standards

Job description

Purpose/Objective

Incharge - Protection is responsible for managing site activities related to the implementation, operation, and maintenance of protection systems. The role ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards, fault management to optimize the reliability and performance of protection systems.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Oversee the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection systems at the site level, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and operational requirements.


• Monitor system performance to ensure optimal functionality and provide immediate technical support when required.


• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery, installation, and quality assurance of protection equipment.


• Fault Identification and Management: Lead the on-ground team to promptly identify, analyze, and resolve faults or failures in protection systems to ensure minimal downtime.


• Implement root cause analysis techniques and provide insights to the Lead - Protection for system improvements and upgrades.


• Maintain detailed logs of incidents, resolutions, and preventive measures, ensuring compliance with organizational protocols.


• Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all protection systems adhere to applicable national and international safety standards and regulatory frameworks.


• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.


• Ensure all documentation related to safety and compliance is maintained and updated as per company and regulatory requirements.


• Coordination and Reporting: Serve as the primary point of contact for protection system-related activities at the site, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.


• Provide regular updates and reports on the status of protection systems, including performance metrics, incident reports, and compliance status.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, safety, and procurement for seamless project execution.


• Optimization of Protection Systems: Identify opportunities for improving the performance and reliability of protection systems by integrating advanced technologies and best practices.


• Support the Lead - Protection in the development and execution of system enhancement plans, including technical upgrades and process optimizations.

Technical Competencies

• Budget Management-AGEL,Control System Architecture, SCADA and PPC-AGEL,Power Quality Analysis-AGEL,Regulatory Compliance-AGEL

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualifications: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred.


• Strong academic foundation in power systems, metering, and communication systems.


• In-depth knowledge of metering standards, protocols, and data management.


• Work Experience: 10+ years of experience in metering and grid integration for power systems, preferably in the renewable energy sector.


• Proven track record in leading metering teams, managing metering projects, and ensuring grid compliance.


• Strong understanding of power market regulations, tariffs, and commercial agreements.