Senior Engineering Manager – Technical & Projects
AVEVA · Mumbai
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Senior Manager – Technical & Projects
Location: Mumbai, India
Employment Type: Full Time
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced electrical engineering professional to lead complex power system consulting and engineering projects for clients across the globe.
As Senior Manager – Technical & Projects, you will provide technical leadership across power system studies, electromagnetic transient analysis, and EMI/EMC studies. You will be responsible for leading project execution, reviewing technical deliverables, providing engineering recommendations, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budgeted effort.
The role requires strong expertise in power system analysis, hands-on experience with engineering simulation software such as ETAP, PSCAD, CDEGS, or equivalent tools, and the ability to translate complex technical analysis into practical recommendations for clients.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Engineering
- Lead and execute complex engineering studies across one or more of the following areas:
- Power System Studies: Load flow, short circuit, motor starting, transient stability, relay coordination, arc flash, harmonic analysis, and renewable energy systems including solar, wind, and battery energy storage.
- Electromagnetic Transient Studies: Insulation coordination, lightning surge analysis, GIS switching studies, and related switching transient analysis.
- EMI/EMC Studies: Electromagnetic interference and compatibility assessments for complex electrical environments, including oil & gas facilities, railways, and other industrial applications.
- Utilize engineering simulation tools such as ETAP, PSCAD, CDEGS, or equivalent software to perform detailed analysis and develop technically sound solutions.
- Review electrical power systems, distribution networks, industrial control systems, and renewable energy installations for technical integrity and compliance with applicable IEC, IEEE, and client standards.
- Develop engineering recommendations for system design, operation, protection, optimization, and troubleshooting based on study results.
- Provide technical leadership in the investigation and resolution of electrical system issues, including system trips, equipment failures, and site incidents.
- Review technical reports, calculations, models, and other engineering deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency.
Project & Client Management
- Own project execution from scope definition through completion, ensuring deliverables meet agreed scope, schedule, quality, and budget/man-hour requirements.
- Plan and manage project resources, priorities, risks, and technical deliverables.
- Monitor project progress and proactively address technical, schedule, or resource-related issues.
- Serve as a senior technical point of contact for clients and respond to technical queries with clear, accurate, and timely guidance.
- Present technical findings and recommendations to clients through reports, presentations, workshops, and technical meetings.
- Support business development activities, including technical discussions, proposals, estimates, and client presentations as required.
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and project team members.
- Review and support the development of engineering methodologies, tools, templates, and best practices.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Support capability development and knowledge transfer across the engineering team.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Significant professional experience in power system studies and electrical engineering consulting, preferably within industrial, utility, oil & gas, renewable energy, rail, or similar environments.
- Strong hands-on experience with ETAP and/or PSCAD; experience with CDEGS or equivalent engineering software is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of electrical power systems, protection, system studies, and applicable IEC/IEEE standards.
- Demonstrated experience leading technically complex projects and managing project scope, schedules, and deliverables.
- Experience interacting directly with international clients and presenting technical findings and recommendations.
- Prior experience providing technical leadership or mentoring engineers.
Desired Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate complex electrical system issues.
- Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Effective project planning and organizational skills.
- Proactive approach to project and client management.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines.
- Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a global, multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to travel internationally, as required for client meetings, workshops, and site assignments.
What Success Looks Like
- High-quality engineering studies and deliverables delivered on time and within planned project effort.
- Strong technical credibility with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Effective resolution of complex power system and electrical engineering challenges.
- Successful development and mentoring of engineering talent.
- Consistent application of engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices.
- Strong contribution to client satisfaction, repeat business, and growth of the technical consulting practice.
ETAP requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.
ETAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.
Come and join ETAP to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.