Job Summary

The Deputy Engineer – Electrical Power Distribution is responsible for the planning, operation, maintenance, and supervision of electrical power distribution systems to ensure safe, reliable, and uninterrupted supply. The role involves field supervision, fault analysis, system improvement, compliance with safety standards, and coordination with maintenance teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Operational

- Oversee operation and maintenance of 132 kV / 33 kV substations, feeders, transformers, LT/HT networks
- Monitor load flows, voltage levels, and system losses; implement corrective actions
- Analyze and attend power outages, breakdowns, and faults, ensuring minimum downtime
- Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance activities
- Ensure timely execution of current connections, network extensions, and system upgrades
- Implement energy loss reduction and reliability improvement initiatives

Safety & Compliance
- Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety standards, statutory regulations, and SOPs
- Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and permit-to-work systems
- Investigate electrical accidents and prepare reports with corrective actions

Project & Execution Support
- Assist in the estimation, execution, and commissioning of electrical works




- Supervise contractors and vendors to ensure quality and timely completion
- Verify technical drawings, material specifications, and work execution

Team & Administration
- Supervise technicians and contract staff
- Maintain operational logs, maintenance records, and statutory documentation
- Prepare reports on system performance, outages, losses, and improvements
- Coordinate with other departments, regulatory bodies, and consumers when required

Qualifications

Education
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering (from a recognised institution)

Experience
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in electrical power distribution, utilities, or large industrial systems
- Experience in DISCOMs, utilities, or EPC projects is preferred

Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of power distribution systems and protection schemes
- Familiarity with IS standards, IE Rules, CEA regulations
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams
- Hands-on experience with fault finding and troubleshooting
- Leadership, communication, and coordination skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and basic reporting systems
- Willingness to work in field conditions and during emergencies

📌 Deputy Engineer - Elec. Maintenance (Andhra Pradesh)
🏢 Amara Raja Group
📍 Andhra Pradesh