Control Design Engineer - Global Engineering Center

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Maneja, Gujarat, India is seeking a skilled Controls Design Engineer to design, develop and implement advanced controls for power transformers. You will draft electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and control panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable system integration.

The role requires 4+ years in controls or panel design, strong knowledge of electrical design standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Automation Engineering or closely related field.
• 4+ years experience in controls or panel design, programming and implementation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN for electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine detailed Controls design for Power transformers.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD software.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software and project teams to integrate control systems.
• Develop and support functional testing plans, including on-site startup and tuning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing control panels.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and propose innovative solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, test plans and work instructions.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal procedures.

Skills

Controls design

Electrical schematics

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

IEEE/UL508/NFPA70

Industrial protocols

English communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Location: Maneja, Gujarat, India Job ID: R0123373 Date Posted: 2026-04-15 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity: Hitachi Energy. is seeking a skilled Controls Design Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced controls and monitoring panels for Power transformers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and refine detailed Controls design, including hardware and software specifications, for Power transformers.
• Create and maintain comprehensive electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software developers, and project managers to integrate control systems seamlessly.
• Develop and support functional testing plans for new control cabinets, including on-site startup, calibration, and performance tuning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing control panels, identifying root causes of issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in controls engineering, proposing and implementing innovative solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including functional specifications, test plans and work instructions.
• Participate in design reviews and provide expert feedback to ensure designs meet project requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 4+ years of experience in controls or panel design, programming, and implementation in an industrial environment.
• Experience with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Solid knowledge of Electrical schematics; PID control, and motor control principles.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of IEEE, UL508 and NFPA70 standards.
• Basic understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to travel to other Hitachi factories when required.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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