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Design Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Design Engineer

Chennai, India

Business Information:

The Hitachi Energy Indian Operations Center (INOPC) is a competence center with around 2600+ skilled engineers who focus on tendering, engineering, planning, procurement, functional system testing, installation supervision and commissioning. However, over the last decade, it has evolved to become the largest engineering hub. The India Operations Centre is a key aspect of the Power Grids business Power Up transformation program. The Hitachi Energy Indian Operations Center team at Chennai supports Hitachi Energy's units in more than 40 countries across a wide portfolio of all the four business units in Power Grid business. To date, the team has executed engineering and commissioning for projects in more than 80 countries.

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Mission Statement:

Support Engineering activities under the supervision of senior engineer in all types of projects sizes and complexities & in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare substation layouts and sections, all Primary Drawings, prepare Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, preparation of Bill of materials. Coordinate with Engineering Leads, Senior Project Engineers and provide required CAD Engineering support in each Project / Tender.

Your responsibilities:

  • Preparation of Substation layouts and section drawings preparation for budgetary offers / tenders / projects based on customer specification.
  • Preparation of Earthing layouts, Lightning Protection drawings, cable routing drawings, Erection Key diagram, Control building layouts, Illumination drawings.
  • Prepare Bill of material of Primary related quantities for tenders or projects based on requirement.
  • Support the senior engineer with the inputs for all design calculations related to Primary & CAD Engineering Expertise in all AIS & GIS in design & drawings Basic understanding of all primary calculations, viz., Grounding system design, Lightning system design, Lighting system design.
  • Preparation of Protection SLD showing principles, relays and meters Understanding of Technical data sheets of primary equipment.
  • Basic Knowledge of primary equipment, such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers, etc Follow the QMS process and adherence to the same.
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating the documentation for respective tenders and projects as per quality process.
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background:

  • Bachelors Engineering /Diploma in Electrical.
  • You should have 3 to 5 years exp in required CAD design tools (BIM Tools, BIM 360, Navisworks, Microstation / AutoCAD, AutoCAD,REVIT, 3D competence) .
  • You should hav good knowledge about technical parameters and data of the different models inside his specific discipline
  • Knowledge of relevant International standards ex. IEEE, IEC,etc
  • Knowledge in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical) .
  • Excellent English speaker, good communication skills .
  • Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization .
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality digital solutions

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-111344
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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