Job Title

Lead Engineer – Electrical Engineering (ESS)

Location

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Department

R&D; – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Reports To

Head-R&D;

Why Join Us?

- Be part of a rapid-growing BESS and renewable energy solutions company at the forefront of India’s energy-transition and grid-stabilization projects.
- Work on cutting-edge utility-scale and industrial BESS projects with exposure to international OEMs, advanced BMS/EMS, and grid-interactive systems.
- Collaborate with a strong technical team in Ahmedabad, with opportunities to influence design standards, technology choices, and market-ready productization of BESS solutions.

Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Lead the electrical design and system architecture of BESS projects (1 MWh to

100+MWh), including HV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, HVAC and grid interconnection.
- Prepare and review single-line diagrams, protection & control schematics, cable routing, earthing/grounding, and auxiliary power systems aligned with Indian grid codes and site conditions.
- Perform and review power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, harmonics, stability) for BESS-integrated systems.
- Ensure designs comply with Indian standards (IS, CEA, BIS) and international

BESS standards (IEC 62933, UL 9540/1973, NFPA 855).
- Lead technical integration of battery racks, PCS/inverters, EMS, and BMS;

coordinate with control and software teams for protection logic and HMI/SCADA integration.
- Prepare and review detailed electrical design packages (IFC, as-built), technical specifications, datasheets, and vendor interface documents.
- Design and validate protection schemes, relay settings,



and arc-flash/grounding strategies for BESS facilities.
- Liaise with civil, structural, fire-protection, and HVAC teams to ensure safe and constructable layouts for panels, cabling, and equipment.
- Provide site engineering and commissioning support: supervise installation,

pre-commissioning, and commissioning of BESS electrical systems and sign-off on reports.
- Troubleshoot electrical and control-system issues, verify performance against design and contractual requirements, and support O&M; handover.
- Partner with BESS OEMs and suppliers to adapt designs for Indian voltage levels,

ambient conditions, and grid-code requirements.
- Support proposal and tender engineering by providing BESS electrical inputs,

technical responses, and lifecycle-cost-optimized solutions.
- Develop and maintain internal design guidelines, templates, and best-practice documents for BESS electrical engineering.
- Stay updated on emerging battery chemistries, power conversion technologies,

and regulatory changes in India.

Qualifications & Experience

- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
- 7–12 years of experience in power systems, with 3–5 years in BESS,

solar-plus-storage, or similar storage projects.
- Strong knowledge of Indian grid codes, CEA regulations, IS/IEC standards, HV/LV systems, protection relays, switchgear, and BESS components.
- Proficiency in ETAP / CYME / DIgSILENT and AutoCAD Electrical (or similar tools).
- Experience in utility-scale or industrial BESS / hybrid renewable projects.
- Familiarity with arc-flash studies, grounding design, and safety standards for

BESS installations.
- Strong communication, client-facing, and cross-functional coordination skills

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