Position: Electrical Project Engineer
Industry: Chemical / Process Plant
Experience: 8–10 Years
Location: Vilayat, Bharuch
Role Objective:
To execute, commission, and maintain electrical systems in a chemical plant environment, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation of LT & HT systems with strong exposure to project execution, electrical maintenance, flameproof installations, and modern electrical technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Electrical Project Execution
- End-to-end execution of electrical works for greenfield and brownfield projects.
- Supervision and hands-on involvement in cable tray installation, HT/LT cable laying, glanding, termination, and panel erection.
- Coordination with civil, mechanical, and instrumentation teams.
2. LT & HT Electrical Systems
- Operation and maintenance of LT (415V) and HT systems (up to 33 kV).
- Experience with transformers, VCBs, ACBs, MCCs, PCCs, and distribution boards.
- Understanding of protection schemes and interlocks.
3. Electrical Maintenance
- Preventive, breakdown, and shutdown maintenance experience.
- Troubleshooting of motors, drives, panels, and field equipment.
4. Flameproof & Hazardous Area Knowledge
- Understanding of hazardous area classifications (Zone 1 & Zone 2).
- Installation and maintenance of flameproof motors, junction boxes, lighting, and panels.
- Compliance with statutory and safety requirements for chemical plants.
5. Electrical Engineering & Calculations
- Cable sizing, voltage drop, derating, short-circuit, and load calculations.
- Reading and interpretation of SLDs, GA drawings, and cable schedules.
6. Drives, Motors & Power Quality
- Hands-on experience with VFDs, soft starters, and motor control systems.
- Troubleshooting of VFD trips and harmonics-related issues.
7. Communication & Latest Technologies
- Knowledge of Modbus RTU/TCP, Profibus, Profinet, and Ethernet-based systems.
- Coordination with automation and instrumentation teams.
8. Testing & Commissioning
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IR/PI testing, earthing resistance measurement, continuity checks.
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Able to independently handle energization and commissioning of electrical systems.
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Proficient in relay configuration, programming, and related electrical control activities.
9. Safety & Compliance
- Electrical safety practices, LOTO, work permit systems.
- Documentation, test reports, and as-built drawings.
10. Teamwork & Resource Utilization
- Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Effective utilization of available resources (manpower, materials, time) to achieve project and maintenance objectives.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, optimize resource deployment, and support overall plant goals.
Preferred Background:
- Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or process industries.
- Exposure to shutdowns, brownfield execution, and hazardous areas.
