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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:

Design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects, cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare Protection principle SLD, Schematics substation layouts, sections, Bill of materials, RFQs, vetting of vendor offers, engg hours estimation, visit to project sites, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation etc s

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Coordinate with Engineering Leads, Tendering team, Project managers, SCM, Secondary and civil / steel design functions, consultants, end customers etc. and provide required support in each Project / Tender.

Activities Involved

Able to perform the following activities:

Review of Tender document, technical specifications and preparation of Design Intent Document Preparation of Protection SLD showing principles, relays and meters Preparation of Functional Design Standards/Descriptions Preparation of Signal list, trip matrix, Logics & Interlocks Review of Vendor drawings and documents (technical vetting of Control & Relay panels, Auxiliary System) Preparation of schematic diagrams for the interface's equipment in Control & Relay Panel scheme thus providing completeness Preparation of relay ordering information. Preparation of circuit diagrams - New & Existing Set-up (applicable for retrofit projects) Preparation of Cable block diagram Preparation of Cable Schedule & BoQ estimation for ordering Preparation of Wiring/Termination diagrams Preparation of Core sheets Preparation of SCS IO Schedule Panel Engineering Expertise (Layouts, circuit diagram, wiring table, terminal table etc.,) - Preferred Preparation of Voltage drop calculation - Trip & Close coil, LVAC power cable Identification of existing drawings and modifying them using Red and Green markups as per standard requirements Interface knowledge with Primary Equipment, Bay Controller Units /SCADA/RTU/Tele protection are essential Auxiliary Power System design like Low Voltage AC Panel & DC Panel requirements, Aux Tr and Battery & Charger Sizing, ACDC Cable sizing & CB selectivity study. CT / VT Sizing Relay configuration (Preferred) Excellent knowledge in AIS & GIS secondary designs. As Built documentation Co-ordination with other departments like primary, lead engineer, sourcing, C&R factory counterpart & own department control and protection etc. for design progress & completion Vendor Offer Evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary secondary equipment, system as and when needed. Ensure Ontime delivery of design deliverables & to be vigilant on project schedule impacts. Responsible for obtaining customer approvals for the designs and drawings Technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation Take part in customer meetings / site visits for tender/project clarifications Support and act as interface engineer during erection & commissioning Estimation of engineering effort for each project for costing at tender stage Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system Ensure the Safety through design principles which meant for complete project lifecycle.

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Having an idea about the following activities:

Vendor Offer Evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary secondary equipment, system as and when needed. Ensure Ontime delivery of design deliverables & to be vigilant on project schedule impacts. Technical data sheets verification of equipment's. Knowledge of equipment, such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers, etc Technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation Take part in customer meetings / site visits for tender/project clarifications Support and act as interface engineer during erection & commissioning Estimation of engineering effort for each project for costing at tender stage Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort Vendor Offer Evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary secondary equipment, system as and when needed. Ensure Ontime delivery of design deliverables & to be vigilant on project schedule impacts. Support and act as interface engineer during erection & commissioning Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system & follow OPEX initiatives

Qualification & Experience:

  • Bachelors Engineering in Electrical
  • 5-8 years exp

Specific Knowledge & Skillsets:

  • Proficiency in required CAD design tools and E3
  • Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC etc.
  • Knowledge in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical & commercial)

Soft skills:

  • 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.
  • Works independently, applying established standards
  • Excellent English speaker, good communication skills
  • Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization
  • Team player, ready to play the role across the different countries
  • High level of ownership and able to guide and plan works for the team

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-119097
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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