Summary
Larsen & Toubro is hiring an Assistant Manager – Electrical for solar PV projects in Abu Dhabi. The role leads electrical design reviews, site installation, testing, commissioning, quality control, and coordination with contractors, vendors, and project teams. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering and 4 to 8 years of relevant experience, including 2 to 3 years on solar PV projects. The posting also asks for knowledge of electrical schematics, AutoCAD, PVsyst, grid interconnection, and SCADA/PLC systems.
The posting
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Job Title: Assistant Manager – Electrical (Solar PV Projects)
Department: Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) / Renewable Energy
Reports To: Project Manager / Manager – Electrical
Position Overview
The Assistant Manager – Electrical will be responsible for leading the electrical engineering, installation, testing, commissioning, and quality control for utility-scale or commercial & industrial (C&I) solar PV projects. This role involves managing field engineers and contractors, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with grid codes and safety standards, and ensuring projects are executed on schedule and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Technical Review
Review electrical design drawings, including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), layout plans, cable schedules, earthing designs, and protection schemes.
Coordinate with design teams to optimize cable sizing, inverter locations, and transformer capacities for minimum losses.
Project Execution & Site Management
Supervise installation of electrical equipment, including solar modules, DC/AC cabling, string combiner boxes, central/string inverters, transformers, and HT switchgears.
Oversee the construction and integration of high-voltage (HV/EHV) substations and grid interconnection facilities.
Monitor daily site progress, manage resource allocation, and ensure milestones are met according to the project baseline schedule.
Testing & Commissioning
Lead testing and pre-commissioning activities for transformers, circuit breakers, relays, and SCADA systems.
Coordinate grid synchronization procedures with state or regional electricity boards and distribution companies (DISCOMs).
Quality & Safety Assurance
Ensure all electrical works adhere to relevant international standards (IEC, IEEE) and local electrical codes.
Enforce site-level Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards for high-voltage and low-voltage electrical works.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Manage contractors, sub-contractors, and equipment vendors to ensure deliverables meet specifications.
Assist in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and joint inspection of major electrical components.
Key Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
Experience: 4 to 8 years of experience in electrical construction and project management, with a minimum of 2–3 years dedicated to solar PV projects.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, AutoCAD, and PVsyst reports.
In-depth knowledge of grid interconnection norms, switchyards, transformer stations, and SCADA/PLC systems.
Soft Skills: Strong leadership, site management, vendor negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech)