Assistant Manager- Electrical Lead

Title: Assistant Manager- Electrical Lead

Department: Engineering

Function: Supply Chain

Location: Sonepat, India

Req ID: R-1164793

Job Purpose

To lead the site’s Electrical function while driving key capital and energy efficiency projects. The role ensures robust asset management, high reliability of electrical and automation systems, and successful end-to-end delivery of projects—from concept and design through execution and commissioning—meeting business KPIs on Safety, Quality, Cost, Compliance, and Sustainability.

Dimensions Of This Role

• Full accountability for asset care management of Electrical systems across the plant.
• Leadership of a team managing Electrical, Instrumentation, DG Operations, and Project Execution.
• Direct oversight of:
• 9 staff for utility asset Management, RCM-utility, and DG operations.
• 5 staff for process asset Management and RCM-process.
• ~18 contractors (Engineer/Supervisors/Technicians/workmen) for Electrical/Project activities
• Strong dotted-line partnership with Shift Executives in Utilities/production to ensure smooth operations.
  
  

The following facilities will be under the charge of the incumbent to ensure equipment healthiness and availability (Ownership Areas):

• DG Sets - 5 Nos, 1650 KVA
• 33 KV/11 KV Substation and associated equipment including Transformers, Panels, UPS
• Plant Instrumentation and Automation systems
• Refrigeration Plant ~2200 TR
• Air Compressors, Forced Draught Ventilation and Air Handling systems
  
  

Nett Assets entrusted: INR 85 Crores (£12 M)

Budgets handled: R&M – INR 1.5 Crore; Energy & Project Capex as identified.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Site Energy Manager, coordinating all energy reduction initiatives and executing improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Lead capital projects (design, vendor selection, execution, commissioning) ensuring safety, cost, quality, and sustainability targets.
• Support Site Engineering Manager in implementing Engineering/Asset Management strategies.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, EHS, QMS, and regulatory standards across all electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities.
• Evaluate and advise on engineering impact for facility modifications; ensure documentation as per statutory and company requirements.
• Liaison with regulatory authorities including Electricity Department and statutory bodies for compliance.
• Lead and mentor Electrical & Instrumentation team; develop skills, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure spares and equipment availability strategy for ownership areas.
• Drive automation and digital upgrades for DCS and PLC systems.
• Deliver accurate MIS reporting for stakeholders.
  
  

Key Behavioral Competencies Required

Decision making capability

Influencing skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution and grievance handling

Mentoring & Coaching

Experience/Knowledge/Technical Skills Required

Work Experience:

• B.Tech/M.Tech in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering
• 8–12 years managing Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance in continuous process industries
• Hands-on troubleshooting of PLC/DCS automation systems
• Proven track record in Project & Capex Management
• Experience in Energy Management & statutory compliance
  
  

Knowledge

• Modern maintenance management systems
• Automation, Project Engineering & Management
• Engineering standards & Codes of Practice
• Process Safety concepts (HAZOP/HAZID, electrostatic ignition, flammables handling)
• QMS in food industry or equivalent
• Regulatory Acts (IBR, Electricity Act, etc.)
  
  

Technical Skills

• Expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering
• Energy management expertise
• Project management skills
  
  

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