Control Design Engineer - Global Engineering Center

Hitachi, Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Vadodara, India seeks a Controls Design Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced control panels for power transformers. You will create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control layouts using CAD tools, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed control systems into projects.

The role requires 4+ years in controls or panel design, proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN, and a strong understanding of PID and motor control principles.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Design controls and monitoring panels for power transformers.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control layouts using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and project teams to integrate systems.
• Develop and support functional testing plans, including on-site startup, calibration, and tuning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing control panels.
• Stay updated on technologies and best practices in controls engineering.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including specifications, tests, and work instructions.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Ensure adherence to external and internal procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Controls design

Electrical schematics

PID control

Motor control concepts

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

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 yourcolleagues 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