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Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional

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:

Technical Project Engineering focuses on a range of engineering disciplines e.g. electrical, mechanical, chemical, civil, structural, automation and software engineering. The activities associated with project engineering include discipline engineering and design; planning, risk assessments; coordination of resources (personnel and equipment).

Your Responsibilities:

  • You will be responsible for the review of Tender document, technical specifications and preparation of Design Intent Document.
  • Preparation of Protection SLD showing principles, relays and meters, Functional Design Standards/Descriptions and 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 and of relay ordering information.
  • Preparation of circuit diagrams - New & Existing Set-up (applicable for retrofit projects)
  • Preparation of Cable block diagram, Cable Schedule & BoQ estimation for ordering and Wiring/Termination diagrams
  • Preparation of Core sheets and 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 and 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 and ensure the Safety through design principles which meant for complete project lifecycle.
  • 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 in Electrical.
  • 5-8 years' experience.
  • 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).
  • 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-JID3-100922
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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