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Hitachi Energy

HVDC - Fire System

Chennai, India

Business Information:

Our Indian Operations Centre (INOPC) is a competence Centre with around 2000+ skilled engineers who focus on tendering, engineering, planning, procurement, functional system testing, installation supervision, and commissioning. Over the last decade, INOPC has evolved to become the largest engineering hub serving more than 40 countries across different energy sectors. The team caters to the four business units-Transformers, Grid Integration, Grid Automation, High Voltage and has successfully executed engineering and commissioning for projects in more than 80 countries.

Mission Statement:

The Fire Engineer shall Analyse customer specification to ensure Hitachi Energy solution meets the customer requirements. • Good knowledge of the Fire Detection and Protection System Design

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Your Responsibilities:

  • Analyze customer specification to ensure Hitachi Energy solution to meets the requirements.
  • Good knowledge of international regulations and standards.
  • Preparation of technical specification documents, conceptual design, development design.
  • Producing, reviewing and coordinating technical information required with internal stakeholders, suppliers & customer.
  • Review of technical documents & drawings from vendors and sub supplier.
  • Validate design confirmation to applicable regulations and technical specification.
  • Technical evaluation of price bids for procurement.
  • Planning and follow-up project activities & site activities.
  • Consulting & advising project/ site team on the best practices & solutions in accordance with standard processes, regulation, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Preparation of technical specification documents, conceptual design, development design, BIM models.
  • Producing, reviewing and coordinating technical information required with internal stakeholders, suppliers & customer & review of technical documents & drawings from vendors and sub supplier.
  • Validate design confirmation to applicable regulations and technical specification.
  • Technical evaluation of price bids for procurement.
  • Planning and follow-up project activities & site activities.
  • Producing, reviewing and coordinating technical subject matter documentation
  • Design of Gas suppression system, VESDA system will be an added advantage.
  • Consulting & advising project/ site team on the best practices & solutions in accordance with standard processes, regulation, procedures and safety guidelines.
  • Technically coordinate with Electrical and Mechanical department.
  • Technically coordinate with Civil & MEP.
  • Coordinate with Project/Tender Team efficiently
  • Identify the risk and opportunities effectively.
  • 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:

  • Bachelor/master's degree in mechanical/electrical.
  • Should have 4 to 5 years of experience in Fire Detection and Fire protection.
  • Experience in working with BIM, ACAD, Hydraulic calculation
  • Must have experience in working with BIM360 & AUTOCAD, MS Office.
  • Experience with site installation supervision and onsite commissioning is an advantage.
  • Good knowledge of international regulations and standards.
  • Technically coordinate with Civil, MEP, Electrical and Mechanical department.
  • Coordinate with Project/Tender Team efficiently.
  • Identify the risk and opportunities effectively.
  • Good knowledge of international regulations and standards like NFPA, EN, TAC, BIS.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-88048
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
  • 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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