Responsible for managing and coordinating all Instrumentation & Control (I&C), automation and SCADA activities for renewable energy projects, ensuring safe, timely and quality execution in accordance with approved designs, specifications, standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage I&C, automation, SCADA and control system activities for PV Solar/BESS projects.
- Review and coordinate engineering deliverables including control philosophies, I/O lists, instrument specifications, cable schedules, loop diagrams and system architecture.
- Manage installation, testing and commissioning of instrumentation, control panels, RTUs/PLCs, SCADA and communication systems.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, T&C and subcontractor teams.
- Review drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs and technical submissions.
- Monitor site execution and ensure activities are completed as per approved schedule.
- Coordinate with vendors for equipment delivery, installation, testing, commissioning and technical support.
- Ensure proper integration of SCADA, PLC/RTU, PPC, EMS/BMS and plant communication systems, as applicable.
- Coordinate interface between PV/BESS control systems and grid/substation systems.
- Monitor testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and functional performance of I&C systems.
- Identify technical issues, interface constraints and delays and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinate inspections, NCR resolution and punch-point closure with QA/QC.
- Coordinate with client/consultant for technical approvals, inspections and system acceptance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable IEC/IEEE standards, grid-code requirements and project specifications.
- Prepare progress reports and maintain testing, commissioning and handover documentation.
- Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and safe execution practices.