Sr ENGINEER

Key Responsibilities 1. Power Plant Electrical Systems

• Operation and maintenance of generators, transformers, switchgear, motors, and protection systems.
• Monitoring electrical equipment performance and ensuring uninterrupted power generation.
• Troubleshooting electrical faults and coordinating repairs.

2. High-Voltage Equipment

• Managing substations, transmission interfaces, circuit breakers, isolators, and protection relays.
• Conducting testing and commissioning of new electrical equipment.
• Ensuring compliance with grid and safety standards.

3. Preventive Predictive Maintenance

• Preparing maintenance schedules.
• Analyzing equipment condition through testing and diagnostics.
• Reducing forced outages and improving plant availability.

4. Project Execution

• Reviewing electrical drawings and specifications.
• Supervising contractors during erection and commissioning activities.
• Coordinating with civil, mechanical, instrumentation, and control teams.

5. Safety Compliance

• Following electrical safety procedures and permit systems.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations from organizations such as Central Electricity Authority and other statutory bodies.
• Conducting safety audits and risk assessments.

6. Renewable Energy Projects

• Solar PV systems
• Inverters and power conversion systems
• Battery energy storage systems
• Grid integration and SCADA monitoring

Typical Technical Areas

• Power System Protection
• Switchgear Protection Relays
• Transformers
• Generators
• HV/LV Distribution Systems
• SCADA Automation
• Electrical Testing and Commissioning
• Energy Management Systems

Skills Required

• Knowledge of power systems and electrical machines.
• Understanding of protection relays and electrical drawings.
• Familiarity with standards such as IEC, IEEE, and IS codes.
• Troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Project management and contractor coordination.

Career Progression in NTPC

1. Executive Trainee (through GATE recruitment)
2. Engineer
3. Senior Engineer
4. Manager
5. Senior Manager
6. AGM / GM and higher leadership roles

Work Environment

• Power plant operations (thermal, hydro, gas, solar)
• Shift duties may be required in OM roles.
• Project sites may involve field work, commissioning activities, and equipment inspections.
• Corporate and regional offices focus more on design, planning, procurement, and project management.