Manager - Testing & Commissioning - Wind Turbine Specialist

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering is seeking a Testing & Commissioning Manager Wind Turbine Specialist to lead planning, execution, and technical assurance of commissioning activities for WTGs in utility-scale wind projects.

The role ensures mechanical, electrical, control, protection and grid-interface systems are commissioned safely, reliably, and in full compliance with OEM requirements, statutory regulations and grid codes prior to handover, with strong emphasis on safety and cross-disciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 12-15 years of WTG commissioning experience.
• OEM commissioning authorization strongly preferred.
• Certified Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Review and input to engineering for commissioning based on experience.
• Coordinate commissioning sequence planning with EPC, OEM and grid operator.
• Supervise erection, torquing, alignment and lubrication checks.
• Oversee electrical installation including LV/MV transformers and grounding.
• Lead pre-energization checks, insulation tests and grid synchronization.
• Validate WTG controller parameters per grid code and PPC philosophy.
• Support trial runs, review SCADA data, close punch points and handover documents.
• Provide knowledge transfer and basic training for O&M teams.

Skills

Wind turbine commissioning

Grid compliance

Safety awareness

Cross-disciplinary coordination

IEC standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Testing amp Commissioning Manager Wind Turbine Specialist

Position Overview This position is responsible for the planning execution coordination and technical assurance of commissioning activities for Wind Turbine Generators WTGs in utility-scale wind power projects The role ensures that mechanical electrical control protection and grid-interface systems of WTGs are commissioned safely operate reliably and fully comply with OEM requirements statutory regulations and grid codes prior to handover

Detailed Core Responsibilities

A Engineering amp Pre-Commissioning Planning

• Review and provide inputs to engineering team to take care of engineering itself based on experience
• Grid compliance and WTG controller limits
• Machine specific challenges faced if any
• Participate in FAT review of WTG control and protection systems where applicable
• Develop WTG commissioning procedures method statements and risk assessments
• Coordinate commissioning sequence planning with EPC OEM and grid operator

B Mechanical amp Electrical Commissioning Coordination

• Supervise and verify correct completion of Mechanical erection torquing alignment and lubrication
• Electrical installation LV MV transformers grounding systems
• Ensure readiness of auxiliary systems Pitch and yaw drives
• Hydraulic and lubrication systems
• Emergency and service power supplies

C Electrical Energization

• Lead pre-energization checks including Insulation resistance tests
• Grounding continuitySensitivity L amp T Construction Internal UsePhase sequence and voltage checks
• Coordinate transformer energization and LV MV energization
• Execute first grid synchronization and progressive power ramp-up
• Ensure safety compliance during live tests and rotating machinery operation

D Control Protection amp Grid Compliance

• Validate WTG controller parameters as per grid code and PPC philosophy
• Coordinate LVRT HVRT frequency ride-through and reactive capability tests
• Verify pitch-based power regulation and ramp-rate control
• Confirm correct response to curtailment trip and fault conditions

E Trial Operation amp HandoverSupport

• Support trial run availability tests and performance acceptance
• Review SCADA data alarms and event logs
• Close commissioning punch points and support COD documentation
• Conduct knowledge transfer and basic training for O amp M teams

Testing Commissioning amp Troubleshooting

Responsible for commissioning and grid-compliance testing of wind turbine generators as per IEC 61400-1 IEC 61400-21-1 IEC 61400-25 IEC 61400-27-1 IEC 60204-1 UL 6141 and any other relevant standardsKey Commissioning TestsInsulation amp dielectric testing of generators and transformersProtection relay testing OV UV OF UF differential earth fault Functional testing of Pitch yaw mechanical brakeEmergency stops and fail-safe systemsPower curve and performance checksCommunication tests with plant SCADA and PPCKey Troubleshooting ScopeGrid-related trips voltage frequency instability Pitch or yaw control faultsExcessive vibration or temperature alarmsTransformer or converter faultsCommunication failures between WTG and PPCKey Competencies amp SkillsStrong understanding of WTG electrical amp control systems Familiarity with IEC 61400 series and grid code requirements Ability to analyze turbine event logs and operational trends Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary OEM teams High safety awareness for rotating equipment and work at heightMinimum Qualifications Bachelor s Degree Electrical / Mechanical Engineering.12 15 years of WTG commissioning experience.OEM commissioning authorization strongly preferred.Certified Engineer.