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Quest Global

Engineering services, digital transformation, asset management

Electrical Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
In Person
Electrical EngineeringPower Systems Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A degree or master's degree in electrical or power engineering is required.
  • At least 8 years of experience in the electrical power systems industry is required.
  • Significant professional experience in technical roles in the electrical marketplace or equivalent is required; power generation experience is preferred.
  • Experience working on international projects or projects globally, including projects under IEC and ANSI standards, is required.
  • Fluent spoken and written English is required.
  • At least 12 years of work experience is required.
  • Experience with engineering, construction, and commissioning of renewable power plants, LV/MV substations, and LV/MV equipment, including switchgear, transformers, protection systems, underground/overhead lines, and other equipment.
  • Experience in power systems for conventional or renewable installations, including MV reactive power compensation equipment.
  • Experience in electrical system design and familiarity with current calculation methodologies for LV/MV equipment, including AC/DC cables, grounding and earthing design, protection calculations, reactive power compensation, and battery banks.
  • Experience with wind, solar, and storage system technologies and strategies for renewable applications.
  • Working knowledge of IEC/AUS-NZ regulations and standards.
  • Experience with electrical power systems modelling and detailed electrical system design using specialized calculation software such as ETAP and CYMCAP.
  • Strong computer skills, including familiarity with web-based systems, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and database management software.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to discuss complex situations with others in person and remotely.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively across multidisciplinary tasks and different time zones.
  • Proactive analytical skills and attention to detail, with a meticulous and precise approach to project work and technical problem-solving.
  • Ability to work independently and remain motivated without direct supervision.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and design LV and MV electrical aspects of renewable energy plants and, occasionally, basic-design-stage HV evacuation infrastructure.
  • Conduct electrical engineering design studies, including load flow, short circuit, grounding, insulation coordination, MV cable sizing (thermal ampacity), DC/AC LV cable sizing, protection coordination, and control and operation philosophy; collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams to ensure grid compliance.
  • Coordinate with the Grid team to specify project-specific requirements for grid-code compliance.
  • Size LV/MV components for renewable energy plants, including cables, transformers, and switchgear.
  • Prepare project deliverables, including scopes of work, equipment specifications, connection and interconnection layouts, technical notes, and decision papers, to support concept, pre-FEED, FEED, and execution phases through review and approval of work.
  • Review and approve electrical technical documents issued by EPC contractors for the generation plant throughout assigned project phases, including 30%, 60%, and IFC.
  • Ensure compliance with agreed LSBP requirements, engineering technical practices, and industry standards; continuously improve functional technical specifications, standards, certifications, digital files, and datasheets for electrical equipment and systems, including supply scope, technical and QA/QC requirements, design requirements, and health and safety guidelines.
  • Provide technical support to project development and acquisition processes, including reviewing design proposals and third-party reports on electrical matters.
  • Support contractual negotiations with EPC contractors on technical areas such as electrical engineering, equipment specifications, and testing.
  • Provide technical support for asset management and operations and maintenance activities, focusing on fault analysis and troubleshooting.
  • Identify supplier development and improvement opportunities in coordination with Procurement, Digitalization, and Asset Services teams.
  • Conduct technical reviews of electrical designs for tendering projects or project portfolios with stakeholders including Procurement, Legal, Construction, Grid, and Asset Services to ensure value for LSbp.
  • Ensure electrical equipment is designed, installed, tested, and commissioned according to company requirements and QSE, utility, and competent-authority requirements, coordinating with Construction, Asset Services, Digitalization, and IT teams.
  • Support Asset Services teams throughout facility life to maintain the grid reliability of PV assets and address ongoing critical electrical issues and configuration.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience designing HV substations primarily for the Australian and US markets, including AIS/GIS technologies, HV equipment, single-line diagrams, layout configurations, and control and protection systems.
  • Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA, and NEC standards; Australia-New Zealand grid codes; US jurisdictional requirements; grid connection applications, agreements, offers, and PPAs.
  • Familiarity with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD, XGSLab, or similar software.
  • On-site installation, testing, and commissioning experience with renewable generation installations, LV/MV substations, and MV overhead/underground lines.
  • Experience in a similar role with international design and engineering companies in renewable energy, handling multiple projects simultaneously across different time zones.

About the company

QuEST Global provides engineering and lifecycle services for aerospace, automotive, energy, healthcare, and transportation, focusing on digital transformation and asset management. It helps clients design, develop, and maintain products and systems using edge computing, cloud, AI/ML, and industrial IoT, typically through long-term partnerships and project-based work. It differentiates itself with a global delivery model and broad industry reach, plus a stated commitment to sustained partnerships and workplace culture. Its goal is to improve operational efficiency and drive business growth by transforming engineering processes and assets with data-driven digital tools.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$581M

Headquarters

Greenville, South Carolina

Founded

1997

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What believers are saying

  • February 2026 Hillhouse minority investment validates Quest Global's $4.5 billion valuation.
  • August 2026 Babcock awarded Quest Global a five-year engineering framework, extending predictable revenue.
  • April 2026 BITSILICA acquisition and January 2026 Bergman hire deepen semiconductor growth momentum.

What critics are saying

  • May 2026 Quest Software sued Quest Global in California over trademark infringement.
  • Quest Global keeps buying capability; BITSILICA integration failure would stall the 2026 semiconductor strategy.
  • Services revenue remains customer-dependent; Babcock or bp delay decisions, crushing utilization in 2026.

What makes Quest Global unique

  • Quest Global bundles engineering, validation, and lifecycle services across aerospace, energy, and semiconductors.
  • June 2026 Neprion packages AI wearables validation into a single-partner launch-readiness offering.
  • October 2025 Babcock expansion shows Quest Global wins multi-year, high-trust critical-infrastructure work.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Wellness Program
  • Mental Health Support
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Conference Attendance Budget
  • Professional Development Budget

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Jun 15th, 2026
Quest Global launches Neprion to accelerate AI smart wearables in $50.9B AR/VR market

Quest Global has launched Neprion, a framework-led engineering service offering designed to accelerate product validation and launch readiness for AI-enabled smart wearables, including AR smart glasses. The service helps OEMs, retailers and fashion brands ensure reliability, interoperability and safety compliance. The platform addresses growing complexity in the AI, AR and XR wearables ecosystem by providing structured validation across hardware, embedded software, connectivity and AI-enabled experiences. With the global AR and VR market projected to generate $50.9 billion in revenues in 2026, Neprion is already supporting customers across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Quest Global, an independent engineering services company operating in over 20 countries with 23,000 employees, aims to help organisations compress time-to-market whilst maintaining quality controls and compliance readiness.

Express Computer
Apr 7th, 2026
Quest Global acquires BITSILICA

Quest Global has announced the acquisition of BITSILICA, an India-based semiconductor design services firm, in a move aimed at strengthening its semiconductor portfolio and accelerating its full-stack engineering strategy. The […]

Outsource Accelerator
Mar 20th, 2026
Hillhouse invests in Quest Global to accelerate engineering growth

Quest Global, a global outsourced engineering services provider, has secured a minority investment from Hillhouse Investment through a combination of primary capital infusion and share purchases from existing stakeholders. The transaction involves funds managed by Hillhouse Investment Management. The Singapore-based company, which employs over 21,500 people across 93 global delivery centres in 18 countries, will use the capital to advance strategic priorities and enhance its engineering capabilities for major original equipment manufacturers worldwide. Quest Global specialises in aerospace, automotive, energy and semiconductor sectors. CEO Ajit Prabhu said the investment validates the company's differentiated value proposition and growth strategy. Hillhouse's Sean Carney cited Quest Global's domain expertise and long-term customer relationships as key investment factors. Jefferies served as exclusive financial adviser.

Outlook Business
Feb 10th, 2026
Hillhouse acquires 5% stake in Quest Global at $4.5B valuation, edging out Temasek

Hillhouse is acquiring a 5% stake in Quest Global at a $4.5 billion valuation, outbidding Temasek in a pre-IPO round. The deal represents a significant jump from Quest Global's previous $1.8 billion valuation when Carlyle Group acquired a stake in 2023. Temasek had also been planning to purchase approximately 5% of the engineering services company. The transaction marks substantial growth for Quest Global, with its valuation increasing 150% in roughly two years.

Start-Up.ro
Jan 29th, 2026
AROBS acquires Quest Global Romania in all-stock deal with one-year lock-up

Romanian tech group AROBS is acquiring Quest Global Romania from Craiova in an all-stock transaction, marking the company's first acquisition paid entirely through share issuance. The newly issued shares will be subject to a one-year lock-up period. Quest Global Romania, headquartered in Craiova, employs approximately 110 specialists and provides software development, testing, embedded solutions and IT consulting services across sectors including semiconductors, healthcare and automotive. The company is part of Singapore-based Quest Global, which operates in 18 countries with over 22,000 employees. The acquisition strengthens AROBS's engineering capabilities and international presence. Quest Global Romania's management will continue under Ana-Maria Vasilescu's leadership. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of the year.