Lead – Technical Services; Aluminum Conductors​/OPGW​/Cable

Job Title
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Lead – Technical Services (Aluminum Conductors/OPGW/Cable)

Division
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Conductor Business Unit

Grade
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Senior Management Band (DGM Level)

APAR Industries Limited, established in 1958, is a global leader in conductors, cables, specialty oils, polymers, and lubricants. With a turnover of USD 2.3 Billion and a market capitalization of USD 4.09 Billion, APAR operates in over 140 countries and serves as a trusted partner to some of the world’s largest utilities and industrial conglomerates.

At APAR, we foster a culture of innovation, integrity, and customer-centric excellence — constantly striving to deliver tomorrow’s solutions today.

APAR is the world’s largest manufacturer of Aluminium Conductors, serving customers in 107+ countries. Our portfolio includes conventional conductors, HTLS conductors, OPGW, and copper conductors for utilities and infrastructure projects. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a strong focus on quality, we continue to lead global markets through technological advancement and engineering precision.

The Lead – Technical Services will head APAR’s technical services function for conductor and OPGW products in the North American region. This role focuses on providing end-to-end technical support, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving technical initiatives with utility clients, EPC contractors, and internal stakeholders.

As a senior leadership position, the role combines deep engineering expertise with strategic customer engagement and operational oversight.

• Serve as the technical authority for aluminium conductors, aluminium alloy conductors, HTLS, and OPGW products.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with utility clients, consultants, and EPC firms to ensure seamless technical collaboration.
• Provide expert consultation on conductor design, application engineering, line uprating, and system load reliability.
• Conduct sag‑tension, clearance, and resistance analysis using PLS‑CADD or equivalent software tools.
• Oversee metallurgical and mechanical performance parameters, including fatigue, creep, and corrosion characteristics.
• Lead root cause analyses (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions for technical issues or field incidents.
• Manage product introduction, installation support, and field audits for the US market.
• Coordinate with R&D and Sales teams to drive product enhancement and technical differentiation.
• Ensure complete and updated technical documentation, including installation manuals, maintenance protocols, and QA standards.
• Track and report key technical performance metrics and customer feedback for continuous improvement.

• B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering, or Material Science.

• 20+ years in the conductor, cable, or OPGW industry, with extensive exposure to technical services and customer‑facing roles.
• Proven record of managing technical service projects for major North American utility clients.
• Comprehensive understanding of ASTM, IEC, and IEEE standards, and familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems.

• Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of conductor and OPGW design, testing, and applications.
• Expertise in US grid codes, transmission standards, and large‑scale utility projects.

• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues and provide practical solutions.
• Proficiency in collaboration with cross‑functional and global teams.
• Strategic mindset with focus on customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Proactive, analytical, and quality‑driven.
• Assertive leadership with customer focus and high accountability.
• Committed to continuous learning and innovation