Job Summary

Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee all electrical systems design, installation, and commissioning for mission-critical data centre in Dholera. Manage critical power infrastructure including HV/LV power distribution, UPS systems, generators, lighting, grounding, and building management systems to deliver reliable, redundant electrical infrastructure meeting Tier III/IV standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership Design Management

- Oversee all electrical engineering aspects including power distribution, backup power, lighting, grounding, and BMS
- Review and approve electrical designs, single-line diagrams, load calculations, and protection coordination studies
- Specify critical equipment: transformers, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, batteries, and distribution panels
- Ensure designs meet NBC, IS/IEC standards, CEA regulations, and data centre standards (Uptime Institute, TIA-942)
- Optimize electrical system redundancy (N, N+1, 2N configurations) for required uptime levels
- Lead power quality analysis, harmonic studies, and arc flash assessments
- Design energy-efficient systems with PUE optimization strategies

Power Systems Design Coordination

- Coordinate HV power supply from utility including substation design and grid interface
- Design LV power distribution architecture for IT loads and facility systems
- Specify UPS topology (centralized/distributed), capacity, and parallel redundancy
- Design generator systems with fuel storage, automatic transfer switches, and load banks
- Develop busway and cable routing strategies for power distribution
- Design PDU configurations for server rack power delivery
- Ensure proper diversity, selectivity, and protection coordination

Project Execution Quality Assurance

- Coordinate with Client representatives, consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers
- Interface with mechanical, civil, and architectural teams for integrated design
- Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and design compliance
- Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications
- Resolve construction issues and provide engineering solutions
- Monitor contractor progress and compliance with specifications




- Implement quality control procedures for electrical installations

Testing Commissioning Management

- Develop comprehensive commissioning plans for all electrical systems
- Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for UPS, generators, and switchgear
- Oversee Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) including load testing and performance verification
- Witness protection relay testing, power quality measurements, and insulation resistance tests
- Coordinate integrated systems testing under various load and failure scenarios
- Verify automatic transfer switch operations and failover sequences
- Ensure successful parallel operation of UPS modules and generators

Compliance Safety

- Ensure compliance with CEA regulations, state electricity board requirements, and safety codes
- Coordinate electrical safety audits and statutory inspections
- Implement arc flash labeling and electrical safety programs
- Design proper grounding and lightning protection systems
- Ensure compliance with fire safety codes for electrical installations
- Maintain comprehensive electrical documentation and as-built drawings
- Coordinate electrical load testing and energy audits

Education Certification

- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering
- Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Data centre certifications (CDCP, CDCE) highly desirable

Experience

- 12-15 years in electrical engineering with 8+ years in mission-critical facilities
- Proven experience with large-scale data centre projects (minimum 5 MW IT load)
- Experience with Tier III or Tier IV certified facilities strongly preferred
- Knowledge of Indian electrical codes (IS/IEC standards, CEA regulations)
- Prior work on projects in India with understanding of utility coordination

Technical Expertise





- Deep understanding of data centre power architecture and redundancy concepts
- Expert knowledge of UPS systems, generator sizing, and backup power strategies
- Proficiency in electrical design software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP, ETAP, SKM PowerTools)
- Strong grasp of power quality, harmonics analysis, and arc flash studies
- Understanding of intelligent PDUs, remote power monitoring, and DCIM integration
- Knowledge of energy efficiency strategies and PUE optimization
- Familiarity with battery technologies (VRLA, Li-ion) and energy storage systems

Project Management Leadership

- Demonstrated ability to lead electrical engineering teams
- Strong stakeholder management and client relationship skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Effective communication with technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience managing consultant and contractor performance
- Track record delivering projects on time and within budget

Key Competencies

- Technical mastery of mission-critical electrical systems
- Strategic thinking with attention to operational detail
- Strong leadership and team coordination
- Client-focused with commitment to excellence
- Proactive risk identification and mitigation
- Adaptability in quick-paced environments

Working Conditions

Based at project site in Dholera, Gujarat with full-time presence during critical construction and commissioning phases. Extended hours required during equipment testing, commissioning activities, and power outage windows. Occasional travel to vendor facilities for FAT and equipment inspections. Site work requires appropriate PPE and safety compliance.

Reporting Structure

Reports to Project Director/Senior Project Manager. Provides technical leadership to electrical engineers and coordinates with mechanical, civil, and QAQC teams. Interfaces with utility companies, equipment manufacturers, and regulatory authorities.

Location: Ahmedabad

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

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