Manager - NPD

Position Title

Manager - NPD

Purpose of Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Laboratory Manager to lead our Conductor Type Testing Laboratory. Experience in testing, analysis, and implementation on conventional conductor (ACSR/ AAAC/AAC/ACAR/AAC) as well as HTLS / HPC conductor, such as AL59, ECO, ECO Max, ACSS, STACIR, GAP, and Composite technology. The ideal candidate will oversee all NABL processes, testing operations, ensure compliance with national and international standards (e.g., IEC, ASTM, IS, CIGRE, IEEE), and manage a team of technicians and engineers. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity, safety, and performance of electrical conductors used in power transmission and distribution.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the conductor testing lab, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
• Ensure all tests (mechanical, electrical, thermal, environmental) are conducted per relevant standards and client specifications.
• Lead internal audits, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, NABL guidelines and other regulatory frameworks.
• Coordinate with R&D, production, and quality teams to support product development and troubleshooting.
• Prepare budgets, manage procurement of lab consumables and equipment, and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Timely ILC, PT, AMC & calibration of the equipment. Adhering to SOPs during testing & report preparation.
• Train, mentor, upscale and evaluate laboratory staff.
• Coordinate with sales, marketing, procurement, production, and quality teams for product design, hardware accessories, customer interaction/satisfaction, and feasibility analysis.
  
  

Position Demands

Travel as and when required.

Competencies

Behavioural - Impact and Influence

Behavioural - Information Seeking

Behavioural - Initiative

Behavioural - Innovative Thinking

Functional - Financial

Functional - Operational

Functional - People

Functional - Strategic

About Us

Sterlite Electric is India’s leading integrated power transmission developer and solutions provider, focused on addressing complex challenges in the sector by tackling the key constraints of time, space and capital.

We believe that electricity access transforms societies and delivers long-lasting social impact. Sterlite Power is uniquely positioned to solve the toughest challenges of energy delivery.

We Are Guided By Our Core Purpose Of Empowering Humanity By Addressing The Toughest Challenges Of Energy Delivery. Our Four Core Values Form The Pillars Of Our Organization

• Respect: Every one counts
• Social Impact: We work to improve lives
• Fun: “Thank God it’s Monday!”
• Innovation: A new way today
  
  

Sterlite Electric is a leading global developer of power transmission infrastructure with projects of over 10,000 circuit km and 15,000 MVA in India and Brazil. With an industry-leading portfolio of power conductors, EHV cables and OPGW, Sterlite Power also offers solutions for upgrading, uprating and strengthening existing networks. The Company has set new benchmarks in the industry by use of cutting-edge technologies and innovative financing.

For more details, visit: https://www.sterliteelectric.com/

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