Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager – Electrical (Solar Projects)
Experience: 10 to 15 years (Solar electrical execution experience mandatory)
Qualification (Mandatory):
BTech / BE in Electrical Engineering
Job Purpose:
To lead and execute electrical activities for utility-scale solar power
projects, with strong hands-on exposure to AC & DC systems, EHV
transmission lines (133 kV and above), ROW issue management,
and electrical planning & coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
Electrical Execution – Solar Projects
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Execute and supervise DC side (modules, strings, string combiner
boxes, DC cabling) and AC side (inverters, transformers, HT
panels, pooling station) activities.
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Ensure electrical works are executed as per approved drawings,
specifications, and project schedules.
Transmission Line & Evacuation
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Lead execution of 133 kV / 220 kV and above transmission
lines including towers, stringing, sagging, and commissioning.
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Manage Right of Way (ROW) issues, coordination with local authorities,
landowners, and agencies.
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Support planning and approvals for transmission line routes.
Planning & Coordination
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Prepare detailed electrical execution plans and micro-schedules.
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Coordinate with civil, mechanical, EHS, and commissioning teams for
integrated execution.
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Track progress, productivity, and risks; implement recovery plans.
Contractor & Vendor Management
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Manage electrical contractors and subcontractors.
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Monitor quality, safety, and timelines.
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Verify quantities, certify RA bills, and manage variations.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
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Ensure adherence to electrical safety standards, PTW, and LOTO systems.
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Ensure compliance with CEA regulations and statutory inspections.
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Support testing, commissioning, and grid synchronization activities.
Key Skills & Competencies:
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Strong hands-on knowledge of solar AC & DC electrical systems.
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Experience in EHV transmission lines (133 kV+) and evacuation
infrastructure.
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Practical exposure to ROW issue handling and stakeholder coordination.
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Strong planning, execution, and problem-solving skills.
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Willingness to work at project sites.
Preferred Experience:
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IPP / EPC solar project exposure.
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Experience dealing with DISCOMs and transmission utilities.
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Multi-project or fast-track execution experience.