Lead_Engineer_Turbine Controls

Job Purpose

To lead the engineering review, design validation, and technical coordination of all instrumentation and control (I&C) systems related to the steam turbine, generator, and auxiliary systems in a thermal power plant. This role ensures that EPC contractor submittals meet functional, performance, and safety requirements as per the Owners specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve control system architecture, logic diagrams, loop diagrams, and I/O lists related to turbine and generator systems.
• Evaluate control philosophies and functional design documents for turbine governing, protection, startup/shutdown logic, and emergency shutdown systems.
• Ensure proper interface of control and instrumentation systems with turbine auxiliaries such as gland steam system, lube oil system, turning gear, etc.
• Verify compliance with safety interlocks, redundancy schemes, SIL requirements, and cybersecurity standards.
• Review control system integration with DCS, EWS, and SCADA.
• Ensure accurate instrumentation selection for critical parameters (pressure, temperature, speed, vibration, etc.).
• Conduct and/or participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for control panels and instruments.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and auxiliary system engineers for control and instrumentation requirements.
• Resolve technical queries from EPC, vendors, and site team during engineering and execution phases.
• Assist in loop checking, I&C installation supervision, and commissioning oversight.

Required Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation / Electronics / Control Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in turbine I&C systems in thermal power plants (500 MW and above).
• Experience in OEM control systems (GE Mark VI/VIe, Siemens SPPA-T3000, BHEL ICS, Emerson, Yokogawa etc.).

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• In-depth understanding of turbine governing systems, trip logic, and automatic control systems.
• Familiarity with international standards: ISA, IEC 61508, SIL etc).
• Working knowledge of field instrumentation, vibration monitoring systems, and test procedures.
• Experience in DCS integration and HMI interface engineering.

Competencies

• Strong documentation, analytical, and technical review skills.
• Effective cross-functional coordination and communication.
• Proactive, quality-focused, and detail-oriented engineering approach.
• Ability to manage EPC/OEM deliverables under project timelines.