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Mechanical Engineer – FPS & HVAC (Substation) - Kutch

  • On-site
    • Kutch, Gujarāt, India
  • Construction

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – FPS & HVAC (Substation)

Location: Kutch, Gujarat

Contract Type: 1 Year

PROJECT DETAILS (DETAILED)

This position is part of a major Transmission & Substation package in Kutch, Gujarat. The scope includes:

Substation Package – Main Pooling Station (MPS) Development

  • Voltage Level: 400 kV & 765 kV

  • Site: 765/400 kV Main Pooling Station (Z2-MPSS), Kutch Z2

Purpose:

  • To aggregate power from multiple Sub-Pooling Stations (SPSS) under the Renewable Energy Zone development.

  • Acts as the central node for evacuation of high-capacity renewable energy from Kutch to the national grid.

Components Covered:

  • GIS/AIS bays

  • Control rooms

  • Fire Protection Systems (FPS)

  • HVAC systems for control rooms, equipment rooms & GIS halls

  • Mechanical utilities

  • DG rooms, pump rooms & ancillary buildings

  • This is a large-scale, multi-EPC coordinated PMC assignment requiring strong technical, safety, and coordination expertise.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Mechanical Engineer – FPS & HVAC will oversee all mechanical works related to Fire Protection Systems and HVAC installations for 400/765 kV Substation facilities. This role requires deep technical understanding, site execution monitoring, quality assurance, contractor coordination, and compliance with industry standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Engineering & Technical Oversight

  • Review and validate mechanical design documents, drawings, P&IDs, equipment layouts, and technical calculations for FPS & HVAC.

  • Ensure compliance with NFPA, NBC, IS/IEC standards and project specifications.

  • Verify mechanical equipment sizing: pumps, AHUs, FCUs, ducting, hydrants, sprinklers, fire alarms, ventilation systems, etc.

  • Check vendor submissions, equipment data sheets, technical catalogues and material approvals.

2. Site Execution Monitoring

  • Supervise day-to-day installation and erection of FPS and HVAC systems.

  • Inspect pump rooms, sprinkler networks, hydrant lines, fire water tanks, FE panels, detectors, and extinguishers.

  • Monitor HVAC ducting, insulation, indoor/outdoor units, GI sheet works, cable trays, exhaust fans & ventilation systems.

  • Verify routing of pipelines, ducting, and mechanical services in coordination with Civil & Electrical teams.

3. Testing, Inspection & Commissioning

  • Conduct FAT, SAT, pressure tests, pump tests, and functional testing of fire systems.

  • Oversee HVAC system balancing, leakage testing, airflow measurements, and commissioning activities.

  • Ensure complete documentation and sign-off as per PMC standards.

4. Coordination & Interface Management

  • Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEM vendors, Civil, Electrical & Safety teams.

  • Participate in technical meetings, progress reviews and ensure closure of site issues.

  • Report progress to Project Manager and highlight deviations, risks, delays.

5. Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to project quality plans, method statements, and inspection checklists.

  • Follow TCE / client safety protocols and ensure all mechanical installations meet operational safety requirements.

  • Maintain site records, inspection reports, punch lists, and mechanical logs.

6. Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare daily/weekly MIS reports.

  • Maintain red-marked drawings and as-built documentation.

  • Support final handover documentation and certification process.

Job requirements

QUALIFICATION

  • BE / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

EXPERIENCE

  • 8–10 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering roles

  • Must have hands-on experience in:

  • Fire Protection Systems (FPS)

  • HVAC systems for substations or industrial projects

  • Preferably experience with 400 kV / 765 kV Substations

  • PMC / EPC background preferred

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