Associate R&D HMI SCADA Application Engineer-India Development centre

Hitachi Energy; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a skilled engineer for HMI/SCADA application development in Chennai, India. The role involves designing HMI applications for FACTS control and supporting network architecture documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, substantial experience in automation engineering, and knowledge of relevant communication protocols. Opportunities to grow within the organization are available.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in substation automation engineering.
• Knowledge of industrial data transfer protocols like IEC 61850, DNP3.
• Experience with HMI database configuration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and verify the HMI application for FACTS PQ Control.
• Support the design of communication network.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations.

Skills

HMI application development

SCADA

Micro SCADA

JavaScript

IEC 61850

Communication protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Tools

IET600

Hitachi RTU communication gateways

Job description

The Opportunity

The FACTS technology uses a very high-end system for its control, protection and monitoring. This system is called MACH. The computerized system is built with state‑of‑the‑art electronics, microprocessors and digital signal processors, connected by high performance industry standard buses and fibre‑optic communication links. They operate on very high‑standard application software developed by Hitachi Energy.

As the system is continuously evolving, 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, Gateway and network areas. We are looking for a skilled and motivated engineer to join our team of R&D Engineers. A person interested in the field HMI/SCADA application development and contributing towards global R&D projects.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Design, develop and verify the HMI application for FACTS PQ Control and Protection System on substation level based on Micro SCADA.
• Design and verify Hitachi RTU based Gateway solution for various FACTS applications.
• Support the design of communication network by preparing related documentation to support the network architecture.
• Have good knowledge of configuration and mappings databases on the IET600 Engineering tool and the quality process connected with the project execution, continuous improvement program.
• Contribute to configuration of engineering workstations, network switches, GPS, KVM, GOOSE.
• Set up and test the various FACTS applications for developed base solution involving the overall system testing.
• Take ownership of T&S KPIs such as OTD, COPQ etc.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Live 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

• Required bachelor’s degree in electrical and electronics engineering with at least 4 years of experience in substation automation engineering for station control system based on Micro SCADA X, Hitachi RTU communication gateways and substation automation products.
• Knowledge of industrial data transfer protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP3, IEC 101/104, and OPC UA.
• Knowledge of Engineering tool IET600, SCIL coding.
• Good working knowledge of HMI database configuration, animation concepts and logics.
• Knowledge of RTUtil500 and Multiprong PLC tools will be an added advantage.
• Configuration of IEC61850 in different vendor relays (SEL, Hitachi, GE).
• Knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, and HTML would be an advantage.
• Ability to work independently with a sense of ownership and responsibility.
• A self‑motivated, structured and results‑oriented approach, with good time‑management skills and a drive to succeed.
• Dynamic and proactive, willing to grow in the organization.
• Communication and interpersonal skills and intercultural sensitivity.
• Fluency in written and spoken as well as technical writing English.