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SOM Application Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

SOM Application Engineer

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, project Management, functional system testing, installation supervision, documentation and commissioning. However, over the last decade, it has evolved to become the largest Operations hub. The India Operations Centre team at Chennai, Bangalore and Gurugram supports Hitachi Energy's units in more than 40 countries across a wide portfolio of all the four business units in Hitachi Energy To date, the team has executed engineering and commissioning for projects in more than 80 countries.

Mission Statement:

The FACTS technology 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. They operate on very high standard application software developed by Hitachi Energy. As the system is being continuously evolved, the Station Operating and Monitoring System (SOM) is becoming more complex and customized. It requires a great deal of design, testing & verification of HMI, SCADA and network areas.

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Your responsibilities:

  • Design and verify the HMI application for various PQ Control and Protection System on Substation level.
  • Develop the Substation HMI solution in MicroSCADA.
  • Knowledge on IET600 tool, SCIL coding and IEC61850 protocols
  • Design and verify SCADA/GWS application for various projects
  • Support design of communication network by preparing related documents and with the implementation
  • Knowledge on the quality process connected with the project execution, continuous improvement programs
  • Exposure in commissioning support for HMI / SCADA site testing
  • Take ownership for the project KPIs such as OTD, COPQ etc.
  • Design and testing, Factory Verification
  • Customer Factory Acceptance Test, Project Documentation, Customer meeting.
  • 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 a BE / BTech (ECE, EEE, E&I)
  • Should have 4+ years of operating experience in the industrial control system or SAS.
  • Experience in designing HMI for industrial applications using InTouch or equivalent software.
  • Good working knowledge on HMI animation concepts and logics
  • Good knowledge on communication protocols for SCADA/network
  • Prior experience in SAS most preferred
  • Experience in Process and ISO audits
  • 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
  • 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-JID3-102755
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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