Verification & Validation Lead – LV Switchgear, Panels & PCMCC

Key Responsibilities\:

●  Design, develop, and implement verification and validation test plans for LV control panels, complex electrical systems and PCMCC.

●  Lead a team of V&V engineers with different expertise towards the end-to-end execution of a electrical system test plan.

●  Execute detailed verification and validation (V&V) tests to confirm compliance with system design, functional requirements, and safety standards.

●  Collaborate with engineering teams to define test cases, acceptance criteria, and validation methodologies for electrical systems, including automated controls and protection schemes.

●  Conduct thorough testing and validation of Schneider Electric LV systems, ensuring proper integration and reliable operation within LV control panels, motor management and protection sub-systems.

●  Document and report validation findings, analyze results, and provide recommendations for system enhancements and troubleshooting strategies.

●  Maintain and update testing documentation, including validation plans, test cases, traceability matrices, and technical reports.

●  Identify and resolve issues within control and protection systems, optimizing system performance and reliability through rigorous testing.

●  Review and interpret technical documents, including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and system architecture, to ensure alignment with validation protocols and quality standards.

●  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the integration of validation activities within the overall project timeline.

●  Bring up test bench and test architectures with the help of test bench design teams.

●  Identify and drive test automation wherever feasible in system verification and validation.

Qualifications & Skills\:

●  Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.

●  Atleast 8 years of experience in electrical system validation, testing, and commissioning with a focus on LV panels and equipments.

●  Atleast 2 years of experience leading a team of engineers.

●  Expert knowledge in LV panels, loads, incomers, earthing, different types of feeders, Busbars, CT, VT

●  Knowledge of IP Ratings\: IP54, IP55

●  Knowledge of various electrical sensors

●  Protocols\: Modbus, Ethernet IP, IEC61850, Profibus

●  Demonstrated knowledge of verification and validation processes in electrical control and protection systems.

●  Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications to inform validation testing.

●  Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a focus on system reliability.

●  Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and present validation outcomes.

●  Good to have\:

○  Experience with SCADA, DCS, HMI interface setup, and relay programming for system automation.

○  Protection and Relays

○  Motor control and PLC programming

○  Experience with Power injection kits – Omicron Kits etc.