Job Description (JD)
Title: SCADA Execution Head – Solar/Wind/Substation Projects
Location: Site Based- (Base Location: Bharuch, need to travel- PAN INDIA as per Business requirement)
Industry: Renewable Energy – Solar/Wind
Experience: 10–20 Years
Role Overview:
Experienced SCADA Execution Head to lead end-to-end SCADA/PPC/SAS/Telemetry system execution for large-scale solar projects connected to STU & CTU substations. The candidate will be responsible for design coordination, execution, testing, commissioning, and compliance with grid connectivity requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead complete SCADA/PPC/SAS/Telemetry system execution for utility-scale solar projects connected to State Transmission Utility (STU)/Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUL) substations.
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Ensure compliance with Central Electricity Authority (CEA) regulations and grid connectivity standards.
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Coordinate with SLDC/RLDC/NLDC for telemetry, real-time data integration, and grid synchronization approvals.
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Manage SCADA architecture including:
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Data loggers
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RTUs
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PPC (Power Plant Controller)
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Weather monitoring systems
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String/central inverter communication
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Interface with OEMs, EPC teams, protection & control teams, and STU/CTU substation authorities.
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Ensure proper integration with SAS (Substation Automation System).
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Lead FAT, SAT, and end-to-end commissioning activities.
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Review communication protocols (IEC 60870-5-104, Modbus, OPC, IEC 61850).
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Ensure cybersecurity compliance as per grid requirements.
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Monitor project timelines, resource allocation, and execution quality.
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Handle troubleshooting during commissioning and post-synchronization.
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Prepare documentation including:
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SLD inputs
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Communication architecture drawings
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Telemetry point list
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Approval documents
Technical Requirements:
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Strong knowledge of:
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STU/CTU connectivity procedures
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SCADA & PPC integration
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Grid code compliance
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SAS systems
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Experience in projects connected to ISTS network.
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Hands-on experience in telemetry approval from RLDC.
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Knowledge of protection relay integration & disturbance recorder data.
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Familiarity with remote monitoring platforms and cybersecurity frameworks.
Qualification:
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B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering.
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Minimum 10+ years of experience in Solar/Wind SCADA execution.
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Experience handling 100 MW utility-scale projects preferred.
Leadership & Soft Skills:
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Team Leader
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Strong stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to coordinate with STU, CTU, RLDC, OEMs, and EPC partners.
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Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
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Willingness to travel and work at project sites.
Preferred Experience:
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Experience in large ISTS-connected solar parks.
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Prior experience in SCADA integration at 220kV / 400kV substations.
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Exposure to hybrid (Solar + BESS) projects will be an added advantage.
