R&D Engineer, Medium Voltage | alfanar Electric

Job Purpose

To design and develop Medium Voltage Ring Main Units (RMUs) using fuse-switch protection and dry air (SF₆-free) insulation technology, ensuring compliance with IEC standards. The engineer will be actively involved in design, 3D modeling, prototyping, manufacturing support, and type testing.

Key Accountability Areas

Design and development of Medium Voltage RMUs with:

• Fuse-switch disconnector solutionst.
• Puffer-based switching technology
• Dry air insulated systems (SF₆-free design)
• Create and maintain 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings of RMU components and full products.

Translate design concepts into practical, manufacturable solutions considering:

• Electrical performance.
• Dielectric clearances and insulation.
• Thermal behavior.
• Mechanical strength and safety

Ensure product compliance with::

• IEC 62271-1 – Common specifications.
• IEC 62271-200 – Metal-enclosed switchgears.
• IEC 62271-103 – Switches
• IEC 62271-105 – Switch-fuse combinations
• Support dielectric and thermal design of current-carrying parts and insulation systems.

Work closely with production and industrialization teams to ensure:

• Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Cost-effective solutions.
• Smooth transition from design to production

Prepare technical documentation:

• General arrangement drawings.
• Manufacturing drawings
• Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Technical specifications and reports

Participate in and support type testing activities at accredited laboratories, including:

• Temperature rise tests
• Short-circuit withstand tests
• Dielectric tests (power frequency & impulse)
• Mechanical endurance tests
• Internal arc tests
• Analyze test results and contribute to design improvements and optimization.
• Collaborate with simulation, quality, sourcing, and production teams during development..

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:

• Training of sub-ordinates and forming a team to get the work effectively.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to subordinates in all aspects of their work.
• Delegate sub-ordinates in each respective assignment.
• Ensures fair distribution of tasks to maintain morale, motivation of subordinates.

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Resolve any related problems arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seeking automations opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:

• Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Academic Qualification

Work Experience

Technical / Functional Competencies