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Project Engineer - Primary Engineering
full-timePune, Chennai, Vadodara, Bengaluru

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Location

Pune, Chennai, Vadodara, Bengaluru

Type

full-time

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About this role

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0118403

Date Posted:

2026-01-23

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Engineering authority for projects/tenders with low to medium complexity.  Execution of complete engineering assignments on small, medium or large projects/tender cost effectively and in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Bill of materials, RFQs, vetting of vendor offers, hours estimation, visit to project sites, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation etc. Coordinate with Engineering Manager, 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.

How you’ll make an impact:

  • Primary Engineering Deliverables. Experience in handling complete Engineering deliverables for AIS & GIS projects, Exposure to International experience & Standards IEC, IEEE & AS

  • Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Cable tray routings, Clearance drawings,etc

  • Understanding of auxiliary design aspects of substations, such as LVAC / LVDC supplies, Cable sizing, Battery & Battery Charger Sizing,  etc

  • Technical data sheets verification of primary equipment. Knowledge of primary equipment, such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers, etc

  • Vendor Offer evaluations.  FAT / SAT of primary equipment, system as and when needed.

  • Technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort.

  • Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system & follow Opex initiatives.

  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

  • 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, have 2-15 years experience.

  • Minimum 2-15 years exp in Knowledge in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical & commercial).

  • Proficiency in required CAD design tools (BIM Tools, BIM 360, Navisworks, MicroStation / AutoCAD, AutoCAD REVIT, 3D competence). Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC,etc.

  • Individual contributor using in-depth knowledge in a specific area to execute complex or specialized projects / challenges often thinking independently to challenge traditional solutions.

  • 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.

  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Other facts

Tech stack
Engineering,Substation Design,Technical Risk Assessment,Vendor Evaluation,CAD Design Tools,Project Engineering,Communication Skills,Team Collaboration,Attention to Detail,Quality Assurance,Electrical Engineering,International Standards,Innovative Solutions,Opex Initiatives,Battery Sizing,Cable Sizing

About Hitachi

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Utilities

What you'll do

  • The Project Engineer will be responsible for executing complete engineering assignments on projects of varying complexity, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and quality standards. They will coordinate with various teams and stakeholders to deliver primary engineering outputs for AIS and GIS projects.

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What does a Project Engineer - Primary Engineering do at Hitachi?

As a Project Engineer - Primary Engineering at Hitachi, you will: the Project Engineer will be responsible for executing complete engineering assignments on projects of varying complexity, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and quality standards. They will coordinate with various teams and stakeholders to deliver primary engineering outputs for AIS and GIS projects..

Why join Hitachi as a Project Engineer - Primary Engineering?

Hitachi is a leading Utilities company.

Is the Project Engineer - Primary Engineering position at Hitachi remote?

The Project Engineer - Primary Engineering position at Hitachi is based in Pune, India and Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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