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System Design & Study Engineer - Power Quality Solutions

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

System Design & Study Engineer - Power Quality Solutions

Chennai, India

Your Responsibilities:

FACTS Solution Design and Performance Evaluation:

• Define topology for FACTS solution based on customer requirement.

• Define Single Line Diagram. Specify main circuit components such as Power Transformer, Power Electronics Valves, Reactors, Capacitors, CT, VT, Breaker etc. based on customer specification and international standards.

• Co-ordinate with suppliers for optimum design of above components. Evaluate their design and test record documents.

• Perform design studies such as harmonic performance, protection design, insulation coordinaiton including TOV/ TRV/ lighting studies, loss evaluation and Reliability study.

• Create and validate power system equivalents in RMS (PSSE/ DIgSILENT) and EMT (PSCAD/EMTP) software packages.

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• Develop understanding of control algorithms and keep one-self updated with new control methodologies for FACTS application.

• Perform dynamic performance studies, in RMS and EMT software packages, with FACTS devices integrated in power system networks.

• Develop FACTS solution models in multiple RMS and EMT software packages.

• Coordinate and communicate with other disciplines involved in project and tender deliveries.

• Close coordination and involvement into research and development activities as per business requirement.

• Participate in customer discussions and Support Project Management/ Product Management/ Application Engineering team in customer acquisition and consultation.

Educational Qualification:

• PhD in Power Systems and/or with relevant work Experience of 1-3 years.

• M. Tech, Power Systems and/or with relevant work Experience of 2-5 years.

• B.E/B. Tech, Electrical Engineering and/or with relevant work Experience of 5-10 years.

Technical Skills:

• In-depth understanding of basics of power system steady state, dynamic and transient behavior.

• Experience with specifying power system components and evaluation vendor documents.

and/or

• Experience with grid integration studies for power electronics converter-based applications such as FACTS, HVDC, wind, solar and battery energy storage plants.

• Knowledge on Simulation tools like PSCAD/PSSE /DIgSILENT/EMTP/RTDS/MATLAB.

and/ or

• Knowledge on in depth understanding of international standards (i.e., IEEE/IEC/GIGRE) for specifying power system components/ solutions.

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

• Taking ownership of assignment entrusted.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-94610
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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