Senior Electrical Engineer -Substation & Grid Interconnectionn (Experienced)

About the company:

We are an early-stage start up focused on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) integration, committed to accelerating the clean energy transition. Our mission is to deliver intelligent, modular, and grid-ready storage solutions that enable more reliable, efficient, and flexible power systems.

Founded by a team of power generation enthusiasts, we specialize in the seamless integration of lithium-ion battery systems with inverters, energy management software, and renewable generation assets. From design and engineering to commissioning and remote monitoring, we offer end-to-end integration services tailored for utility-scale, commercial & industrial (C&I), and microgrid applications.

At the core of what we do is seamless integration — combining advanced lithium-ion batteries, inverters, and energy management software to deliver storage systems for utilities, commercial & industrial users, and microgrids. From system design and engineering to deployment and monitoring, we provide end-to-end support to help our clients unlock the full value of energy storage.

In manufacturing, we offer a comprehensive execution framework that includes process engineering, line automation, supply chain setup, and turnkey consulting for both greenfield and brownfield projects.

Position Summary:

Elektron is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer with experience in substation and power system design to support the engineering and deployment of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects . The role will focus primarily on AC-side electrical design , including grid interconnection, substations, transformers, protection systems, and electrical infrastructure for utility-scale BESS plants.

The candidate will work closely with the engineering team to design and develop 33 kV to 220 kV grid-connected energy storage systems , supporting project development from conceptual design through detailed engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

AC System Design for BESS Plants

• Design and develop AC-side electrical systems for utility-scale BESS plants.
• Prepare single line diagrams (SLD) for BESS plants and substations.
• Support design of 33 kV, 66 kV, and 220 kV grid interconnection systems.
• Coordinate integration between inverters/PCS, transformers, switchgear, and substations.

Substation Engineering:

• Support design and engineering of 33 kV / 66 kV / 220 kV substations.
• Develop layouts for AIS/GIS substations including equipment placement.
• Assist in specification and selection of: Power transformers, Auxiliary Transformers, Switchgear, Protection systems, Busbar systems.

Electrical Design Documentation:

• Prepare and maintain: Cable schedules, Cable routing layouts, Earthing & grounding layouts, Lightning protection layouts, Control cable schedules.
• Develop Bill of Quantities (BoQ) for electrical equipment and materials.
• Support preparation of technical specifications and tender documents.

Equipment Selection & Vendor Coordination:

• Support technical evaluation of electrical equipment including: Transformers, Switchgear, Protection relays, HV/MV cables, Earthing systems.
• Work with vendors and EPC contractors during design and execution phases.

Grid Compliance & Coordination:

• Support grid interconnection studies and documentation
• Ensure compliance with relevant CEA, IEC, IEEE, and local utility standards.
• Coordinate with grid operators, consultants, and EPC contractors.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Location: Bengaluru (Hybrid)

Experience:

• 5~10 years of experience in electrical engineering design.
• Hands-on experience in substation design or grid-connected power plants.
• Experience working on 33 kV / 66 kV / 132 kV / 220 kV electrical systems.
• Exposure to renewable energy, power plants, or energy storage projects preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Power system design, Substation engineering, Transformers and switchgear, Electrical protection systems, Cable sizing and routing
• Experience preparing SLDs, Cable schedules, BoQ, Electrical layouts.
• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP / DIgSILENT / PSSE / equivalent (preferred), MS Excel for engineering calculations

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong documentation and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced startup environments.