Assistant Manager - Engineering

Title : Surge Arrester Certification Engineer with 10 to 15 Years of Experience :

A Surge Arrester Testing Engineer with 15 years of experience needs strong knowledge of surge arrester principles, testing standards (IEEE, IEC), and a practical understanding of power system phenomena like transient overvoltages and temporary overvoltages. Key requirements include hands-on experience with testing procedures (visual inspection, electrical tests like high-current impulse tests, and routine tests), analyzing arrester performance (e.g., discharge voltage), and interpreting test results against specifications and standards, with a strong foundation in electricity and safety protocols. 

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Surge Arrester Fundamentals: Deep understanding of how arresters work, their different types (e.g., metal-oxide varistor-based), and their role in protecting equipment from power system surges.
• Testing Standards: Proficiency with relevant standards such as IEEE and IEC, which govern arrester design, testing, and performance criteria.
• Power System Phenomena: A thorough grasp of transient and temporary overvoltages, how they are generated, and their impact on arresters and connected equipment.
• Testing Procedures: Expertise in various testing techniques, including:
• Visual Inspection: Ability to identify physical damage, cracks, or other defects.
• Electrical Testing: Hands-on experience with electrical tests, such as determining discharge voltage and conducting high-current impulse tests and routine tests.
• Data Interpretation: Skill in analyzing test data and interpreting results to assess arrester functionality and safety, ensuring compliance with specifications. 

Experience

• 15 Years of Experience: Extensive practical experience in surge arrester testing, likely across different types of equipment and system voltages.
• Field & Lab Experience: A balance of hands-on field experience and laboratory work especially CPRI, ERDA and good labs in India, encompassing the full lifecycle from installation to maintenance and condition monitoring. 
• Added advantage of having SA laboratory setup experience.

Essential Abilities

• Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and diagnose issues with surge arresters based on test results and performance data.
• Safety Awareness: Adherence to strict safety protocols when working with high-voltage equipment.
• Communication: Ability to communicate technical information clearly to colleagues and management.