Testing and Commissioning Engineer

Delhi Electric Company; New Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Delhi Electric Company seeks a Safety & Testing Engineer with hands-on experience in HT/LT electrical testing, commissioning, inspection, troubleshooting, and safety. The role ensures safe, reliable testing and commissioning of electrical systems in accordance with IS, IEC, IEEE, and CEA standards.

The candidate will perform testing of transformers, switchgear, relays, CT/PTs, cables, MCC/PCC panels, and VFD/UPS systems, and conduct IR/megger, winding resistance, and Hi-Pot tests while

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech./Diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 3–8 years of relevant experience in electrical testing and commissioning.
• Experience in EPC projects, substations, industrial plants, or renewable energy projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Testing & Commissioning of HT/LT systems and installations.
• Test transformers, switchgear, relays, CT/PTs, and distribution panels.
• Perform Megger/IR, insulation and winding resistance tests; ensure safety and quality.

Skills

HT/LT Testing & Commissioning

Transformer Testing

Relay & Protection Testing

Primary & Secondary Injection

TTR & Winding Resistance Testing

DG Synchronization Testing

SCADA & Interlocking Testing

Electrical Safety & LOTO

Troubleshooting & RCA

Reading Electrical Drawings

Education

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

Tools

Megger / Insulation Resistance Tester

Earth Resistance Tester

TTR Test Kit

Relay Test Equipment

Hi-Pot Test Equipment

CT/PT Test Equipment

Circuit Breaker Analyzer

Power Quality Analyzer

Multimeter & Clamp Meter

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Safety and Testing Engineer

We are seeking a Safety & Testing Engineer with hands‑on experience in HT/LT electrical testing, commissioning, inspection, troubleshooting, and electrical safety. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and quality-compliant testing and commissioning of electrical systems in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, and applicable IS, IEC, IEEE, and CEA standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Testing & Commissioning
• Perform testing and commissioning of HT/LT electrical systems and installations.
• Test transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, CT/PTs, cables, MCC, PCC, APFC, and distribution panels.
• Conduct IR/Megger, continuity, polarity, earth resistance, contact resistance, Hi-Pot, TTR, and winding resistance tests.
• Perform primary & secondary injection and relay/protection system testing.
• Conduct functional testing of DG synchronization, VFD, UPS, capacitor banks, control and protection systems.
• Perform SCADA interface, interlocking, and functional testing wherever applicable.
• Verify transformer parameters including TTR, winding resistance, vector group, IR, and oil test reports.
• Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are completed as per approved procedures and project requirements.

Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Inspect electrical installations before energization and commissioning.
• Verify installations against approved drawings, SLDs, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Identify defects, deviations, and incomplete works and coordinate corrective actions.
• Ensure testing and workmanship comply with project quality plans and applicable standards.
• Conduct pre‑energization checks and verify readiness for safe energization.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe execution of all electrical testing and commissioning activities.
• Implement LOTO, PTW, JSA, Risk Assessment, PPE, barricading, and electrical isolation procedures.
• Ensure equipment is properly isolated, discharged, and earthed before testing.
• Identify electrical hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety inspections, and safety audits.
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents and support corrective action closure.

Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, tripping issues, relay malfunctions, cable faults, breaker problems, and panel/control circuit issues.
• Troubleshoot transformers, VFDs, UPS systems, motors, and capacitor banks.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support during breakdowns, energization, and commissioning.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare testing, commissioning, inspection, and energization reports.
• Maintain test certificates, checklists, calibration records, and equipment test records.
• Prepare and close punch lists, observations, and NCRs.
• Maintain commissioning and handover documentation, including as‑built records.
• Ensure test reports are properly reviewed, documented, and submitted.

Coordination

• Coordinate with project engineers, design teams, clients, consultants, contractors, and OEMs.
• Support project teams during testing, energization, troubleshooting, and final commissioning.
• Review technical documents, drawings, datasheets, and equipment test certificates.
• Provide technical inputs for equipment compliance and testing requirements.

Required Technical Skills

• HT/LT Electrical Testing & Commissioning
• Transformer & Switchgear Testing
• Relay & Protection Testing
• Primary & Secondary Injection Testing
• TTR & Winding Resistance Testing
• CT/PT & Circuit Breaker Testing
• Cable, Hi-Pot & Megger Testing
• Earthing & Contact Resistance Testing
• MCC/PCC/APFC Panel Testing
• DG Synchronization Testing
• VFD & UPS Testing
• SCADA & Functional/Interlocking Testing
• Electrical Fault Diagnostics & RCA
• Electrical Safety, LOTO & PTW
• Testing Equipment Knowledge

Hands‑on experience with:

• Megger / Insulation Resistance Tester
• Earth Resistance Tester
• TTR & Winding Resistance Test Kit
• Contact Resistance Tester
• Primary & Secondary Injection Test Kits
• Relay Test Equipment
• Hi-Pot Test Equipment
• CT/PT Test Equipment
• Circuit Breaker Analyzer
• Power Quality Analyzer
• Multimeter & Clamp Meter

Educational Qualification & Experience

• B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 3 to 8 years of relevant experience in electrical testing, commissioning, inspection, and safety.
• Experience in EPC projects, substations, industrial plants, commercial buildings, infrastructure, power distribution, data centers, or renewable energy projects will be preferred.
• Certification/training in Electrical Testing & Commissioning, Electrical Safety, or Protection Systems will be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong hands‑on knowledge of electrical testing and commissioning.
• Good understanding of protection systems and electrical safety.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read SLDs, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Good documentation, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, accuracy, and timely project completion.