Site Engineer - Switchyard/Power Distribution

Siemens; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Bengaluru is seeking an Engineer - Utilities (Switchyard) to oversee the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of 132 kV and above switchyards and plant utility systems at Bidadi on-site deployment.

The role requires 5–8 years of experience in O&M of utility equipment, a valid CEIG Supervisory License, and a BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering. You will lead the site utility team and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–8 years of experience in operation and maintenance of utility equipment and 132 kV or above Switchyard.
• Mandatory: CEIG Supervisory License.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot 132 kV or above Switchyard, transformers, HT/LT panels, APFC panels, and power distribution systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
• Execute switching operations, shutdown activities, fault diagnosis, and restoration in line with safety procedures.
• Oversee plant utility equipment including Air Compressors, Dryers, Chillers, LPG/HSD Yard, and associated electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with CEIG regulations, EHS standards, PTW, and LOTO procedures.
• Lead the site maintenance team, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure timely execution of maintenance activities.
• Prepare MIS reports, maintenance records, and ISO documentation while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Maintenance management

Switchyard operations

Safety procedures

CEIG license

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Engineer - Utilities (Switchyard)

Location: Bidadi (On-site Deployment)

Employment Type: 1-Year Direct Contract with Siemens

Positions: 2

We are looking for an experienced Engineer - Utilities (Switchyard) to oversee the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of 132 kV and above Switchyard and plant utility systems. The role involves ensuring high equipment availability, statutory compliance, and safe operations while leading the site utility team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot 132 kV or above Switchyard, transformers, HT/LT panels, APFC panels, and power distribution systems.


• Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime.


• Execute switching operations, shutdown activities, fault diagnosis, and restoration in line with safety procedures.


• Oversee plant utility equipment including Air Compressors, Dryers, Chillers, LPG/HSD Yard, and associated electrical systems.


• Ensure compliance with CEIG regulations, EHS standards, PTW, and LOTO procedures.


• Lead the site maintenance team, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure timely execution of maintenance activities.


• Prepare MIS reports, maintenance records, and ISO documentation while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualification & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.


• 5–8 years of experience in operation and maintenance of utility equipment and 132 kV or above Switchyard.


• Mandatory: Valid CEIG Supervisory License.