Job Title: Turbine Control Engineer
Job Summary:
The Fresher Turbine Control Engineer is responsible for assisting in the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of turbine control systems in power generation facilities. The role involves supporting senior engineers in ensuring proper functionality, integration, and safety compliance of control systems, including turbines, generators, boilers, SCADA, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS). The engineer focuses on learning and developing expertise in turbine control and safety systems for thermal and nuclear power plants.
Key Responsibilities:
System Installation and Testing:
- Assist in the installation and configuration of turbine control systems and associated components.
- Support the testing and calibration of control systems to ensure proper functionality and integration with generators and boilers.
- Participate in the commissioning of SCADA and DCS platforms, ensuring system readiness.
Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
- Monitor turbine system performance during initial and ongoing operations under supervision.
- Assist in diagnosing basic issues in control systems and recommend corrective actions.
- Support the troubleshooting of safety and emergency shutdown systems to ensure operational reliability.
Safety and Compliance:
- Adhere to safety protocols and follow industry standards during all activities related to turbine control systems.
- Participate in safety drills and emergency response training to gain a foundational understanding of critical protocols.
- Report unsafe conditions or anomalies in system performance to supervisors.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed records of installation, testing, and calibration activities.
- Assist in preparing basic technical reports on system performance and findings during commissioning.
- Document and track any identified issues or potential improvements for review by senior engineers.
Learning and Development:
- Attend training sessions to gain an understanding of turbine control systems, SCADA, DCS, and safety systems.
- Develop knowledge of thermal and nuclear plant control systems and how they integrate with turbine operations.
- Build familiarity with industry standards, including ISA, IEC, and safety protocols relevant to turbine control engineering.
Key Focus Areas:
- Power Generation Control Systems: Assist in installing and testing control systems for turbines, generators, and boilers.
- SCADA and Distributed Control Systems (DCS): Support the configuration and basic troubleshooting of SCADA and DCS platforms.
- Thermal and Nuclear Plant Control Systems: Learn and assist in the operations and maintenance of turbine control systems specific to thermal and nuclear plants.
- Safety and Emergency Shutdown Systems: Participate in validating the readiness of safety-critical systems and their integration with turbine controls.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Basic understanding of turbine control systems and their integration with power generation equipment.
- Familiarity with SCADA and DCS systems is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to assist in identifying and resolving system issues.
- Awareness of safety regulations and protocols for power generation operations.
- Proficiency in basic tools like multimeters and software like Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Basic certification or training in turbine control systems or SCADA/DCS is an advantage.
Experience:
- No prior experience required; internships or academic projects related to turbine control or power generation systems are beneficial.
Tools and Technologies:
- Familiarity with basic diagnostic tools such as multimeters, signal generators, and calibration tools.
- Exposure to software platforms like Siemens TIA Portal, Honeywell Experion, or ABB DCS is a plus.
Other Requirements:
- Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Eagerness to learn and develop expertise in turbine control systems and safety protocols.
- Commitment to adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Willingness to participate in on-site activities and travel as required.