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Project Engineer - Power Quality Solutions

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Project Engineer - Power Quality Solutions

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. Hitachi Energy has a number of solutions that enhance the security, capacity and flexibility of power transmission systems. These solutions enable power grid owners to increase existing transmission network capacity while maintaining or improving the operating margins necessary for grid stability. Hitachi Energy has the full FACTS portfolio and in-house manufacturing of key components. Hitachi Energy uses a very high-end system for its control, protection and monitoring. This system is called as MACH. This computerized system is built with the state-of-the-art electronics, microprocessors and digital signal processors, connected by high performance industry standard busses and fiber optic communication links.Hitachi Energy PQS Electrical Engineering (EE) is responsible for the designing of MACH hardware control and Protection system, IED based Control & Protection system, Configuration & testing of Protection system, Auxiliary AC & DC system design including MV/LV Switch boards, Battery systems, UPS, Voltage stabilizers, LV Cable sizing and estimation & Interlocking systems

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Roles and responsibilities:

  • As the PQS Electrical engineering (Secondary Design) is being continuously involved with great deal of Electrical, Domain expertise is required. Thus, the job description is as below.
  • Coordinate & lead multiple/complex projects within budget by meeting all KPI's (Quality, OTD, Efficiency, Budget).
  • Design & execute the project in line with customer specification / FACTS standard/Global standards Viz IEC, ANSI, IEEE etc.
  • Reviews and approves scope, budget and schedule for assignments and ensures quality deliverables.
  • Completes risk and opportunity assessments and ensures implementation of resulting actions in one's area of responsibility.
  • Creates work plans and cost estimates in one's area of responsibility.
  • Provides cost effective quality solutions as per customer requirement and delivers within budget and contract. Ensures adherence to safety standards and mitigation of potential risks.
  • Interacts with customers, officials, contractors and others. Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
  • Tender execution as per customer/FACTS requirement.
  • Preparation of Manufacturing documents for cubicles & Preparation of FACTS Plant design drawings (Secondary).
  • Designing and estimation of Aux. AC & DC power requirements & Designing of LV, MV Switch boards including battery systems, UPS and Voltage stabilizers.
  • Estimation & Sizing of LV Aux. power, control cables, communication cables & Indication cables.
  • Preparation of Specification and Request for Proposal documents for Cubicles, Cable, Junction boxes, Aux. system etc,.
  • Purchasing of cubicles, cables, Junction boxes, AC & DC switch boards, MV Switchgear, Battery system, UPS & Voltage stabilizers etc.
  • Co-ordination with other departments (Mech. / Control / System Design/Commissioning).
  • Review and coordination with vendor/supplier drawings for Electrical deliverables including primary equipment.
  • Evaluation of sub-supplier and selection as per project requirement.
  • Involving in customer FAT according to project demand & Involving in Site and commissioning support as per requirement.
  • Involving in development and supporting activities for continuous process improvements & Preparation of As Built Drawings.
  • Development, Training & mentorship for Junior resources.
  • 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:

  • Should be BE in Electrical Engineering.
  • 10 - 14 years of experience in Substation secondary/EPC design or project execution or HVDC control & protection hardware design. Commissioning experience will have added advantage.
  • Good experience in substation /EPC project execution or HVDC secondary project execution.
  • Experience in Control and Protection cubicle design.
  • Experience in Detailed Design of plant Engineering.
  • Experience in Electrical Grid Industry (Switchyard equipment).
  • Experience in E3, EBase or Similar design tool handling.
  • Experience in ETAP software for auxiliary system design, load flow analysis and short circuit study.
  • Experience in Cable engineering.
  • Team 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 local & global standards.
  • Excellent English speaker, good communication skills.
  • Dynamic and Proactive, willing to take the challenges and grow in the organization.
  • Team player, ready to play the role across the different departments/countries.
  • High level of ownership & accountability.
  • 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-JID3-108351
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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