Senior Manager - Electrical Engineering

Senior Manager -Enggineering Responsibilities Subsystem-Level Electrical Design Lead the end-to-end design and optimization of turbine electrical subsystems, focusing on high-performance inverters, control circuits, and transformer interfaces for reliable grid integration. Optimize nacelle cabling layouts to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI), minimize power losses, and improve thermal management in compact spaces. Design redundant electrical pathways to enhance fault tolerance and ensure continuous turbine operation under extreme conditions. Integration of Electrical and SCADA Systems Coordinate the seamless integration of electrical components with SCADA platforms, ensuring real-time data capture, fault detection, and rapid response mechanisms. Resolve compatibility issues between SCADA software and electrical subsystems, focusing on synchronization of monitoring with turbine control logic. Develop protocols for optimized data flow, ensuring minimal latency and reliable system feedback loops. Component Validation and Testing Manage comprehensive testing protocols for turbine electrical components, including insulation resistance, power converter efficiency, and transformer load handling. Collaborate with instrumentation teams to ensure accurate sensor placement and calibration, capturing critical performance metrics. Supervise fault simulation tests, such as grid fault ride-through (FRT) events, to validate subsystem behavior under adverse conditions. Power Conversion Optimization Oversee optimization of power conversion systems by implementing harmonic distortion mitigation strategies and fine-tuning inverter control parameters. Analyze power quality metrics to ensure adherence to grid compliance standards, focusing on voltage stability and transient response performance. Failure Analysis and Corrective Actions Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for electrical subsystem failures, such as converter overheating or generator insulation breakdown. Define and implement corrective actions, including design modifications for improved thermal management and enhanced material selection for reliability. Develop reliability improvement plans, integrating predictive maintenance schedules into operational workflows. Collaboration with Instrumentation Teams Work closely with instrumentation engineers to configure and validate sensors for monitoring voltage, current, and thermal performance across components. Ensure SCADA-integrated data acquisition systems provide accurate and actionable insights into subsystem performance. Lead troubleshooting efforts for sensor-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to turbine monitoring and control. Grid Interface and Compliance Analyze grid connection points to validate voltage stability and ensure compliance with international standards, such as IEC 61400-21. Develop real-time voltage and frequency regulation algorithms to support grid stability during transient and steady-state operations. Thermal and Power Loss Analysis Conduct detailed thermal performance studies for converters, transformers, and cabling, focusing on heat dissipation efficiency and thermal stability under varying loads. Analyze power loss patterns in nacelle wiring, identifying hotspots and proposing improved layouts or materials to enhance efficiency. Validate thermal simulations with field data to ensure subsystem performance aligns with design expectations. Technical Reporting and Documentation Prepare detailed technical reports highlighting subsystem performance evaluations, failure analyses, and actionable recommendations for improvement. Document testing procedures, validation protocols, and outcomes for traceability during audits and certifications. Mentorship and Guidance Mentor junior engineers in advanced topics, such as harmonic distortion analysis and thermal management in high-voltage systems. Conduct regular technical reviews of team deliverables to ensure alignment with project requirements and quality standards. Develop training modules focusing on the latest advancements in electrical engineering and renewable energy technologies. Key Stakeholders - Internal: Head - Engineering Head - Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineer OMS Engineering & Support - Electrical Nacelle Plant Support Engineer - Electrical Lead - Blade Process Engineering Lead - Testing & Certification Lead - Grid Compliance Lead - Performance Management Lead - Load Simulation Lead - Mechanical Drive Train Manufacturing Teams QA Teams Key Stakeholders - External: Electrical Component Suppliers Testing and Commissioning Agencies Grid Compliance Consultants Certification Bodies Qualifications Educational Background: BE in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. Work Experience: 8+ years in designing, testing, and optimizing electrical systems, including power converters and transformers. Experience with failure analysis, thermal management, and compliance verification is essential. Industry Knowledge: Expertise in load management, harmonics mitigation, and SCADA systems. Familiarity with IEC standards and advanced simulation tools is required.