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Research Officer 1 – ISGF

Area of Work : Advanced Distribution and Load Control (WG-2 and WG-5)

Objectives: To identify and carryout solution oriented research, in line with the strategic objectives of the working groups on advanced distribution, and load control. The research work would study the technology impacts on existing infrastructure, review the applicable standards, review grid-code for operational performance, and design the functional specifications for new technical solutions. Collaborate with international standards organizations and coordinate with Indian experts to put them in the forefront of international standards formulation exercise; and also coordinate with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to formulate appropriate standards relevant to Indian context for accelerated deployment of smart grids in India.

Qualifications and Experience Required: Ph.D in engineering (preferably in electrical) OR M.Tech with 5 years experience in an electric utility environment OR B.Tech with 10 years of experience in power sector.

How to Apply?
Please send your resumes by email, indicating the job number for which you are applying. If you meet the qualifications and experience requirements, you can also apply for more than one job with a single application. Also include a brief write-up on how you will be able to contribute to the objectives of India Smart Grid Forum. Your emails can be sent to
indiasmartgridforum@gmail.com

About India Smart Grid Forum
India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF) is a public-private partnership initiative of the Ministry of Power (MoP), Government of India. The goal of the forum is to help the Indian power sector to deploy Smart Grid technologies in an efficient, cost-effective, innovative and scalable manner by bringing together all the key stakeholders and enabling technologies.To keep up with the increasing pace of development of smart grid activities in India, ISGF is aiming to expand its operations by recruiting experts in various technical and business areas of smart grids. ISGF is primarily a research and business development platform with collaborations of 100+ member organizations covering government institutions, regulatory bodies, public enterprises, electric utilities, technology companies, emerging entrepreneurial ventures, industry associations, and premier academic & research institutions across the world. Working at ISGF offers a unique front-row perspective in envisioning and building the nation’s power and energy infrastructure.


Development Test Engineer

As a Development Test Engineer, you will design and implement test systems and infrastructure to verify and assure the roll-out of high-quality products for Smart Grid, one of Cisco’s key initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop test strategies and test plans to ensure software features and hardware platforms meet product requirements.
  • Design test bed topology to verify features meet quality requirements.
  • Evaluate test tools.
  • Write simulation tools when necessary
  • Collaborate with different technology groups to ensure proper testing of our products.
  • Establish a test automation environment by leveraging scripts from teams and extending them to cover utility specific scenarios and algorithms.

Requirements:

  • Hands-on experience with one or more of the LAN/WAN and network layer protocols.
  • MSEE/CS combined with 7+ years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined with 9+ yrs related experience.
  • Hands-on experience in scripting and automation with TCL and/or GUI-based automation tools.
  • Strong debugging capability.
  • Hands-on familiarity with test instruments required. Ixia and/or Spirent experience is desirable.
  • Experience in testing Linux applications, white box testing, 3G, WiMax, LTE, and/or WiFi testing is a plus.
  • Having Cisco Certification is a definite plus.
  • Demonstrated track record of learning new technologies, creating development test strategy and execution plan.
  • Must be an independent, quick learner and possess strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Highly desirable skills include testing SCADA, Modbus, Goose, DNP3, IEC60870-5 for utility market.
  • Experience with testing PLC (Power Line Communication) and mesh technology is a plus.