Assistant Manager - C&I Commissioning

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning protocols for C&I systems, including interlock and protection logic testing, earthing systems, and startup procedures.
• Conduct logic verification of equipment interlocks and protections by simulating process scenarios to ensure system reliability.
• Perform Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of Distributed Control System (DCS) servers, applications, hardware, networks, process graphics, and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Ensure proper cabling and wiring of C&I systems through cable megger tests, loop testing, ferruling, tagging, glanding, and routing.
• Test and validate control panel wiring and hardwired protections in alignment with technical drawings and control philosophies.
• Oversee the implementation of plant fail-safe conditions, including Boiler Master Fuel Trip and Turbine Emergency Tripping systems.
• Verify and test auto loop configurations, run-back logic, and Free Governor Mode of Operation (FGMO) logic for operational efficiency.
• Ensure robust alarm systems and triggering mechanisms for early detection of equipment failures and process disturbances.
• Verify power distribution and redundancy of C&I systems to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including datasheets, technical specifications, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, OEM manuals, SOPs, P&IDs, logic diagrams, termination drawings, and control philosophies.
• Prepare C&I spares lists, project leftover materials, and tools for operational readiness.
• Configure and calibrate instrumentation, analyzers, control valves, positioners, coal feeders, and belt weighments.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures during the commissioning phase.
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in commissioning, testing, and maintenance of C&I systems in thermal power plants.
• Proven expertise in configuring and calibrating instrumentation, analyzers, and control systems.
  

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Advanced certifications in control systems or instrumentation engineering are preferred.
  

Years & Type Of Experience

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in commissioning and maintaining C&I systems in large-scale thermal power plants.
• Demonstrated experience in handling complex control systems and instrumentation in power generation facilities.