RAI JOSEPH
TESTING AND COMMISSIONING ENGINEER
ERNAKULAM
Summary
Motivated Electrical Engineer seeking a Testing & Commissioning role specializing in Protection Relay and Switchgear Systems, where I can utilize my skills in relay testing, primary/secondary injection, and circuit breaker commissioning. Seeking to contribute to high-quality project execution in compliance with IEC standards while growing in the field of power system protection and commissioning engineering.
Overview
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Languages
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Certification
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4
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Site Engineer (Testing & Commissioning)
Bilt Middle East LLC
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Successfully managed design coordination, site execution, troubleshooting, and maintenance of ELV systems, electrical power and lighting control system, and central battery system across luxury high rise building projects of Serenia Living Project,Palm Jumeirah and DIFC Mixed-Use Development (Portland& Investment projects)
- Strong proficiency in interpreting electrical power distribution Single Line Diagrams(SLDs) and electrical shop drawings for site execution and coordination
- Executed PLC-based industrial automation and control system activities for wastewater and sewage treatment plants(STP/WWTP) in commercial building projects, including system monitoring, troubleshooting and operational support.
- Good understanding of IEC standards and DEWA regulations for electrical installation, testing and commissioning in building services projects.
- Successfully completed technical tasks within tight deadlines while working in a multicultural environment, enhancing communication skills and strengthening leadership abilities.
- Experienced in MV/LV substation testing and commissioning including protection relay testing (Omicron CMC 356), primary injection testing (Omicron CPC 100), and circuit breaker testing(ERGIL Kit), covering CT/VT verification, trip analysis, and complete protection system validation in 11kV/415V systems.
Electrical Engineer (Testing and Commissioning)
QATAR ENERGY
04.2024 - 12.2024
- I performed testing and commissioning of GIS substation of Qatar Energy 843MW production solar renewable energy project at Raslafan and umsaeed and different KAHRAMAA 132kV/33kV GIS and 33kV/11kV LV secondary substation upgradation testing and commissioning projects.
- Successfully participated in testing and commissioning of electrical power distribution and control upgrade projects for high-voltage and medium-voltage substations and large-scale energy infrastructure projects in Qatar.
- Involved in commissioning of 132kV/33kV AL-Gharaffa (GIS)Substation upgrade project and related grid modernization works under utility standards.
- Contributed to testing activities for large renewable projects, including 846MW GIS solar PV projects at Mesaieed and Ras Laffan, executed by Samsung.
- Executed 132kV/33kV GIS substation upgrade project executed by L&T Qatar (QAPCO WLL), supporting system testing and commissioning activities.
- Performed component-level and system-level testing of substation equipment, including circuit breakers,relays, transformers, and protection systems using advanced test equipment.
- Hands-on experience with testing instruments such as OMICRON CPC 100, CMC 356, and FRANEO 800 systems, Breaker testing by EGIL circuit analyzer for protection and primary injection testing.
- Conducted testing of current transformers(CT) and voltage transformers (VT) including ratio testing, Knee point voltage testing, and insulation verification by Megger kit.
- Performed 33kV/11kV MV transformers testing procedures including winding resistance, magnetic balance/unbalance tests, SFRA(Sweep Frequency Response Analysis), and transformer ratio test.
- Actively participated in SCADA testing and control system validation for 33kV MV substation at solar PV project by Samsung, Qatar Energy, based on IEC 61850 communication architecture.
- Gained strong understanding of IEC and British Standards(BS) related to electrical metering, protection systems, power distribution, and substation control systems.
- Developed practical expertise in high-voltage substation commissioning workflows, including testing procedures, system validation, and technical documentation.
Electrical Site Engineer
FT infrastructure Pvt ltd
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Executed in the shifting and relocation of 66kV,110kV, and 220kV transmission towers for the Kochi Metro Rail Limited Phase-2 project.
- Assisted in site execution and coordination activities related to high-voltage transmission and utility modifications.
- Gained practical experience in reading and interpreting single line diagrams (SLDs) and electrical engineering drawings.
- Coordinated with Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) during transmission tower shifting activities, enhancing communication and teamwork skills.
Graduate Apprentice Electrical Engineering Trainee
KSEB(Kerala State Electricity Board)
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Participated in execution of ABC(Aerial Bunched Cable) power distribution projects under KSEB distribution network modernization activities.
- Assisted in maintenance and operational works related to FRTU, RMU , and electrical distribution systems.
- Supported maintenance activities of 11kV/415 V distribution transformers, including transformer oil replacement and routine servicing.
- Gained practical exposure to electrical power distribution, utility maintenance procedures, and field-level electrical operations.
Graduate Electrical Engineering Apprentice Trainee
KAMCO(Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Limited)
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Executed in electrical control and power wiring activities for electrically operated tractors and grass cutting machinery.
- Performed maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical hoists and ac induction motors.
- Gained practical exposure to industrial electrical wiring, motor control systems, and equipment maintenance procedures.
Education
B.Tech(Bachelor of technology) - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Apj Abdul Kalam Technological University
Trivandrum, Kerala, India01-2021
B.sc(Bachelor of Science) - Physics
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala, India01-2015
Higher Secondary School - undefined
Kerala Higher Secondary Board
India01-2012
High School - undefined
Kerala State Board
India01-2010
Skills
Protection Relay Testing & Commissioning (Secondary Injection, Setting Verification, Logic Testing)
Circuit Breaker Testing&Maintenance (Trip/Close Timing, Contact Resistance, Mechanical operation)
Primary Injection Testing of CTs/VTs and Protection System Validation
Operation of Omicron Test Equipment (CMC 356,CPC 100 or equivalent)
Reading and Interpretation of Electrical Schematics (SLD,Control Wiring, Protection Diagrams)
LV/MV Switchgear Testing & Commissioning Procedures
Fault Simulation, Troubleshooting and Analysis of Protection &Control Systems
Knowledge of IEC standards and Safe Work practices(LOTO, Commissioning Protocols)
Autocad Electrical
Industrial automation (PLC)
MS office(Excel,Word,Power point)
Certification
Industrial Electrical Engineering by BIS (British Institute of Standards)
Timeline
Electrical Site Engineer (Testing & Commissioning)
Bilt Middle East LLC
05.2025 - 05.2026
Electrical Engineer (Testing and Commissioning)
QATAR ENERGY
04.2024 - 12.2024
Electrical Site Engineer
FT infrastructure Pvt ltd
01.2024 - 04.2024
Graduate Apprentice Electrical Engineering Trainee
KSEB(Kerala State Electricity Board)
07.2022 - 07.2023
Graduate Electrical Engineering Apprentice Trainee
KAMCO(Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Limited)
06.2022 - 07.2022
High School - undefined
Kerala State Board
Higher Secondary School - undefined
Kerala Higher Secondary Board
B.sc(Bachelor of Science) - Physics
Mahatma Gandhi University
B.Tech(Bachelor of technology) - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Apj Abdul Kalam Technological University