Associate Project Commissioning Engineer

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Experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in the testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of HVDC systems, EHV/HV Air 
Insulated Substations (AIS) and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS). Responsible for planning and executing pre-commissioning and 
commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, international standards, safety requirements, and client 
expectations. Proven expertise in protection and control systems, power transformers, switchgear, CTs/PTs, GIS equipment, SCADA, 
communication systems, and HVDC converter station equipment. Skilled in coordinating with clients, OEMs, EPC contractors, and utility 
representatives to achieve safe and successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities

• Execute testing and commissioning activities for AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations up to EHV voltage levels.
Preform pre-commissioning and functional testing Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, CTs, VTs/CVTs, Disconnectors and 
Earthing Switches, Surge Arresters, GIS Bays and Modules and HVDC Converter Equipment etc.

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• Good to have knowledge on protection relay testing using Omicron, FREJA, or equivalent test equipment.
• Perform secondary injection, end-to-end testing, interlock verification, and protection scheme testing.
• Review engineering drawings, protection logic diagrams, cause-and-effect matrices, and commissioning procedures.
Coordinate with Commissioning managers for site activities, energization plans, outage schedules, and system integration 
testing.

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• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical, protection, and control system issues.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, IS, utility, and project-specific standards.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and final handover documentation.
• Maintain strict adherence to HSE requirements, permit-to-work systems, and electrical safety regulations.
Key Skills

• EHV/HV AIS & GIS Substation Commissioning
• HVDC Converter Station Testing & Commissioning 
• Power Transformer Testing
• High Voltage Equipment Testing
• Control & Protection Systems
• Fault Analysis & Troubleshooting
• Project Coordination & Team Leadership
• HSE Management and Electrical Safety
Typical Voltage Range

• HV: 66 kV, 110 kV, 132 kV, 220 kV
• EHV: 400 kV, 765 kV and above
• HVDC: ±320 kV, ±500 kV, ±800 kV and higher converter station systems
Professional Profile Statement
Testing & Commissioning professional with extensive experience in EHV/HV AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations, leading multidisciplinary 
teams for successful commissioning, energization, and handover of power transmission projects while ensuring safety, quality, and 
operational reliability.