Manufacturing Specialist - Operation Management

Key Responsibilities:

VAT Execution and Panel Validation

• Perform Verification After Test (VAT) for all manufactured panels to confirm correct wiring, logic functionality, and performance as per engineering drawings and customer requirements.
• Conduct functional testing of protection, interlock, and control circuits to ensure operational integrity
• Validate panel performance under simulated field conditions and record results in standardized formats.
• Identify and document deviations, discrepancies, or rework requirements during testing.
• Ensure VAT checklists, reports, and test records are properly completed and archived.

IED Configuration and Testing

• Perform configuration and parameterization of Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) including protection relays, meters, and communication units.
• Carry out secondary injection testing to verify relay operation, tripping logic, and scheme correctness.
• Creating the MCL & ICD files for integration with scada systems.
• Maintain configuration templates and settings files for traceability and repeatability
• Ensure all test instruments and software tools are used as per calibration and procedure requirements.
• Quality Improvement and FPY Enhancement
• Support initiatives aimed at improving First Pass Yield (FPY) and reducing Defects per Panel (DPP).
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of test failures or repetitive issues.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Production teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track testing trends and provide feedback for design and process improvement.

Technical Coordination and Support

• Act as a technical interface between Testing and Engineering teams for all protection-scheme-related discussions.
• Provide on-floor feedback on design errors, wiring deviations, and testing difficulties.
• Assist in reviewing engineering drawings, protection logic diagrams, and control schemes for accuracy and completeness.
• Support customer FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests) and technical audits as & when required