We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled
Senior Commissioning Engineer
with over 12 years
of hands-on experience in the commissioning of steam turbines and generators
in thermal power plants. The role focuses on supercritical and ultra-supercritical units
ranging from 210MW to 800MW
, including both turbine and generator systems. Candidates must be proficient in managing complex commissioning operations such as steam blowing
, lube and seal oil flushing
, SCCW system commissioning
, hydrogen gas filling/purging
, and full generator readiness procedures. Key Responsibilities:
Turbine Commissioning:
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Execute complete
steam turbine commissioning
activities (Subcritical, Supercritical & Ultra-Supercritical units). -
Conduct
steam blowing
of main and auxiliary steam lines, evaluate target plates, and ensure pipeline cleanliness. -
Perform
lube oil flushing
of turbine bearings and control systems as per NAS/ISO cleanliness standards. -
Supervise
governing system logic checks
, actuator stroking, and turbine rolling preparations. -
Monitor critical parameters during
turbine first rolling
, including axial displacement, vibration, and temperature rise. -
Support coupling alignment, turning gear operation, barring system functionality, and thermal growth observations.
Generator Commissioning:
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Commission the
Seal Oil System
, including flushing, pressure control, and interlock verification. -
Manage
SCCW (Stator Coil Cooling Water) system commissioning
, including pump operation, flow regulation, conductivity checks, and interlocks. -
Coordinate
Air-to-CO and CO -to-H gas purging
using standard OEM safety protocols. -
Handle
H gas filling
for generator cooling, maintaining gas purity, pressure regulation, and gas leak checks. -
Oversee
generator excitation system checks
, rotor and stator IR, PI tests, and field flashing. -
Carry out generator
synchronization
, load test
, and stability runs
ensuring all protection systems function properly. -
Supervise cleaning and commissioning of
generator gas coolers
, and inspect fan operation and ducting. -
Ensure
generator grounding
, shaft voltage monitoring, and neutral grounding resistor commissioning (if applicable).
General & Interface Activities:
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Coordinate closely with control & instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical teams for logic implementation, loop checks, and equipment readiness.
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Prepare and maintain detailed commissioning protocols, test reports, and punch point closures.
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Adhere to all
HSE (Health, Safety & Environment)
and LOTO
standards during high-energy commissioning activities. -
Interface with OEM engineers, consultants, and third-party QA/QC during test procedures and certification.
Technical Skills & Competencies:
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Strong expertise in
supercritical turbine and generator systems
. -
In-depth understanding of
steam blowing techniques
, thermodynamic behavior, and pipe stress management. -
Practical knowledge of
oil flushing
, flow dynamics, temperature management, and filter system configurations. -
Proficiency in
gas handling systems
purging, filling, and maintaining gas-cooled generator safety. -
Familiarity with
SCCW system operations
, conductivity control, and system interlocks. -
Understanding of
protection relays, synchronizing schemes
, and excitation control. -
Experience with
OEM standards
Siemens, MHI, GE, BHEL, Doosan, etc.
Educational & Professional Requirements:
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Bachelor s / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.
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Minimum
12 years of field commissioning experience
in turbine-generator sets of 210MW. -
OEM certifications or training in turbine/generator commissioning (preferred).
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Familiarity with
international standards
(IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ISO) and OEM procedures.
Soft Skills:
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Strong leadership with the ability to manage cross-functional site teams.
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Proactive problem-solving and critical decision-making under pressure.
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Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.