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Project Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Project Engineer

Chennai, India

Business Information:

Our Indian Operations Centre (INOPC) is a competence center with around 2600+ 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:

Hitachi Energy is the world leader in Power Quality Solution - PQS (former- FACTS) (Flexible AC Transmission System) technology and offers a full PQS portfolio with in-house manufacturing of key components. Hitachi Energy was the first to introduce PQS to the power industry and has delivered PQS equipment for more than 50 years. Today Hitachi Energy is the recognized world leader with more than 50 percent of the global market share and more than 700+ installed bases.

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Hitachi Energy PQS uses a state of art Modelling Tool and other in-house Engineering Tools in PQS Electromechanical design. The PQS Electromechanical Design (EM) Team is responsible for the design of the PQS Plant and the preparation of PQS Installation Drawings & Documents by developing a 3D Model in Revit.

Your responsibilities :

  • Preparation of PQS Plant Layout (Yard Arrangement - Layout & Plan, Electrical HV / EHV Clearance Check)
  • Preparation of Civil Task (Civil input) Drawings (Foundation, Conduit, Trench, and other civil Requirements) and preparation of Civil Conceptual Design
  • Preparation of PQS Control Building Layout (Electrical Cubicles, Thyristors, Pump skid Arrangement) and preparation of Cable Trench & Conduit Layout
  • Preparation of Grounding & Lightning Protection Calculations and Layouts and preparation of Section Drawings / Erection Key Diagrams (Detailed Installation & Erection Drgs of PQS Plant)
  • Preparation of Detailed Steel Drawings (For Manufacturing / Procurement & Installation) and preparation of Installation Drawings (Grounding Connections & Electrical Connections)
  • Preparation of Busbar system data, Ampacity, cantilever & Magnetic Field Calculations
  • Preparation of Civil Foundation Load Calculations (Load input to Civil Design) and Steel Design Calculations (Member Size, Foundation Bolt)
  • Heat & Ventilation System Data Preparation (Input to HVAC design)
  • As Built Drawings, purchasing Steel, Al, Connectors etc.,
  • Review of Equipment Drgs (Reactor, Capacitor, SA, LA, CT, PT, CB, Isolator, WB / Insulator, Cubicle, Cooling Skid etc.,) and review of Tender / Bidding Specification
  • SVC / SC Plant Modelling in 3D Environment by Revit and SVC Plant 3D Modelling will be first done using individual equipment assemblies (which again collection of parts / components / sub-assemblies) and then the above-mentioned Layouts & Drawings will be generated from 3D models in Revit Tool
  • • 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:

  • Education: BE in Electrical Engineering
  • 5 - 8 Years (Min 4 years in Air insulated Substation (AIS) or Power Quality Solution - PQS (former- FACTS) (Flexible AC Transmission System) or HVDC Design Experience)
  • Strong Experience in Sub-Station Design / PQS (former- FACTS) or HVDC Plant Design. (Mainly Primary Design - Layout Engineering & Co-ordination with other Design concerns)
  • Preparation / Review / Approval of Layout Engineering deliverables (Primary Design Deliverables of Layout (Plan & Section), Elec. Clearance Diagrams, Mag. Field Clearances, Erection Key Diagrams, Cable Trench & Conduit layout, Grounding & Lightning Protection, Civil Task (civil input) drawings, Typical Installation Documents)
  • Preparation / Review / Approval of Design Calculations (Busbar (Flexible & Tube) Sizing, Short circuit force, Cantilever Strength, Insulation Co-Ordination / BIL, Sag-Tension, Spacer / Critical Span, Grounding, Lightning Protection, Static & Dynamic Load input to Civil Design)
  • Preparation / Review / Approval of Technical Specification, Technical Data Sheets, Vendor Drawings / Data sheets.
  • Vendor Evaluation (Technical) for Switchyard Components and Procurement Engineering
  • Revit OR Other 3D Modelling using Plant Design Tools (Solidworks/Smart Plant / PDS / PDMS - AutoCAD, Micro Station) or Assembly Design Tools (NX, ADI)
  • Strong Knowledge / Expertise in concept of Sketch, Model, drawings and Individual contributor using in-depth knowledge in a specific area to execute complex or specialized projects / challenges often thinking independently to challenge traditional solutions.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines in the organization and works independently, applying established standards
  • Excellent English speaker, good communication skills and dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization
  • Team player, ready to play the role across the different countries and high level of ownership
  • 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-JID3-110059
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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