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 fast-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 protected 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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