Associate Project Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; India; Presencial; INR 1 800 000 - 3 200 000; Tempo integral

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Resumo da oferta

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai, India is seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of HVDC systems, AIS, and GIS substations. The role involves planning and executing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities with strict adherence to project specifications and safety requirements.

You will coordinate with clients, OEMs, EPC contractors, and utility representatives to ensure safe and

Qualificações

• Experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of HVDC systems, AIS and GIS.
• Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, IS standards and safety regulations.
• Ability to coordinate with clients, OEMs, EPC contractors and utility representatives.

Responsabilidades

• Execute testing and commissioning for AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations up to EHV voltage levels.
• Knowledge of protection relay testing using Omicron, FREJA, or equivalent test equipment.
• Perform secondary injection, end-to-end testing, interlock verification, and protection scheme testing.
• Review drawings and protection logic diagrams; coordinate energization plans and outages.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical, protection, and control system issues.
• Ensure IEC, IEEE, IS, and project-specific standards compliance.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and final handover documentation.
• Maintain HSE compliance and permit-to-work procedures.

Conhecimentos

AIS & GIS Commissioning

HVDC Testing

Power Transformer Testing

HV Equipment Testing

Protection & Control Systems

Project Coordination

Electrical Safety

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Job ID: R0136685 Date Posted: 2026-10-09 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in the testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of HVDC systems, EHV/HV Air Insulated Substations (AIS) and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS). Responsible for planning and executing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, international standards, safety requirements, and client expectations. Proven expertise in protection and control systems, power transformers, switchgear, CTs/PTs, GIS equipment, SCADA, communication systems, and HVDC converter station equipment. Skilled in coordinating with clients, OEMs, EPC contractors, and utility representatives to achieve safe and successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute testing and commissioning activities for AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations up to EHV voltage levels. Preform pre-commissioning and functional testing Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, CTs, VTs/CVTs, Disconnectors and Earthing Switches, Surge Arresters, GIS Bays and Modules and HVDC Converter Equipment etc.
• Good to have knowledge on protection relay testing using Omicron, FREJA, or equivalent test equipment.
• Perform secondary injection, end-to-end testing, interlock verification, and protection scheme testing.
• Review engineering drawings, protection logic diagrams, cause-and-effect matrices, and commissioning procedures. Coordinate with Commissioning managers for site activities, energization plans, outage schedules, and system integration testing.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical, protection, and control system issues.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, IS, utility, and project-specific standards.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and final handover documentation.
• Maintain strict adherence to HSE requirements, permit-to-work systems, and electrical safety regulations.

Key Skills

• EHV/HV AIS & GIS Substation Commissioning
• HVDC Converter Station Testing & Commissioning
• Power Transformer Testing
• High Voltage Equipment Testing
• Control & Protection SystemsFault Analysis & Troubleshooting
• Project Coordination & Team Leadership
• HSE Management and Electrical Safety

Typical Voltage Range

HV: 66 kV, 110 kV, 132 kV, 220 kV EHV: 400 kV, 765 kV and above HVDC: ±320 kV, ±500 kV, ±800 kV and higher converter station systems

Professional Profile Statement

Testing & Commissioning professional with extensive experience in EHV/HV AIS, GIS, and HVDC substations, leading multidisciplinary teams for successful commissioning, energization, and handover of power transmission projects while ensuring safety, quality, and operational reliability.

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