Job Profile-Relay Engineer
Essential Skills & Tools
Technical Expertise
- Comprehensive Relay Knowledge:
Proficient in handling a wide range of protective relays, including electromechanical, solid-state, and advanced microprocessor-based relays from major OEMs such as SIEMENS, ABB, GE, and others. Skilled in interpreting relay settings, troubleshooting logic, and optimizing schemes for enhanced system reliability.
- Relay Testing & Commissioning:
Hands-on expertise with secondary injection test sets, primary injection testing, relay configuration software, and fault recording/analysis tools. Experienced in commissioning of feeder, transformer, busbar, line, and motor protection systems in substation environments (AIS/GIS).
- Engineering Software & System Standards:
Proficient in industry-leading tools like CAPE and ASPEN for relay coordination studies, AutoCAD for engineering drawings, and SCADA/DCS system integration for control & monitoring.
Well-versed in IEC 61850 protocols, GOOSE messaging, and substation automation architectures.Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Protection Coordination & Logic Review:
Conducts detailed relay coordination, load flow assessment, grading margin checks, and verification of protection logic diagrams to ensure system stability and selectivity.
- Fault Analysis & System Evaluation:
Strong understanding of transient behavior, short-circuit analysis, event/fault waveform interpretation, and root-cause identification for system disturbances. Able to assess risk, propose mitigation measures, and implement corrective actions aligned with industry standards.
- Technical Decision-Making:
Ability to evaluate complex protection scenarios, foresee potential system vulnerabilities, and recommend design or setting improvements to reduce downtime and enhance safety.
Soft Skills
- Communication & Reporting:
Capable of preparing clear and comprehensive technical reports, commissioning documents, relay test sheets, event analysis reports, and client presentations. Comfortable interacting with clients, OEMs, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Time & Quality Management:
Strong focus on accuracy, quality control, and timely delivery of engineering outputs. Effectively manages multiple assignments without compromising on technical rigor.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with project teams, support field personnel, guide junior engineers, and work efficiently under high-pressure project timelines.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related field. A postgraduate qualification is considered an added advantage.
25+ years of experience in protective relaying, substation engineering, testing & commissioning, or power system studies. Experience with HV/MV substations, transmission & distribution networks, and utility or EPC projects is highly valued.
- Certifications & Standards Knowledge:
Strong working knowledge of NERC, IEEE, IEC, and utility protection standards.
Industry Exposure:Experience coordinating with utilities, consultants, and project stakeholders; exposure to site commissioning, documentation, audits, and testing protocols.
