Control & Protection Design Engineer

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

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai seeks a Control & Protection Design Engineer with 4–8 years of experience handling voltage levels above 66 kV. You will develop control and relay schematics, BOMs, and test plans, coordinating with Europe Engineering to meet project timelines and quality standards.

The role requires proficiency in CAD tools (Zuken E3, AutoCAD, Elecdes), knowledge of IEC protection schemes, and strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required.
• 4–8 years of commissioning/engineering experience for voltage above 66 kV.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Zuken E3, AutoCAD, Elecdes).
• Experience with secondary control and protection schematics; Relays/IED config.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Control & Protection schematics up to 400 kV and BOMs.
• Create Key Line Diagrams, Protection Interface Diagrams, and tape/labeling lists.
• Coordinate with Engineering Leads for timely, quality project execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Commissioning experience

Coordination skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zuken E3

AutoCAD

Elecdes

PCM

Micom

Digsi IED configuration tools

Omicron CMC 356/256

Doble

Job description

Control & Protection Design EngineerSkip to main contentThis site uses cookies from Hitachi and third parties for our own business purposes and to personalize your experience. By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies. For more information, visit Hitachi Cookies Policy.#Control & Protection Design Engineer page is loaded## Control & Protection Design EngineerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Indiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: September 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0141766**Location:**Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India**Job ID:**R0141766**Date Posted:**2026-08-17**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity:** Design authority for Control & Protection engineering tasks of low to medium complexity. Work on projects, ensuring the work is completed cost-effectively and in line with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety guidelines. Based on customer technical specifications and inputs from the Europe Engineering team, Prepare Control & Protection schematics up to 400 kV, along with the Bill of Materials, engineering hour estimates, and technical risk and opportunity assessments. Coordinate closely with Engineering Leads to ensure smooth and accurate project execution.**How you’ll make an impact:*** Prepare Key Line Diagrams, Protection Interface Diagrams, Feeder Block Diagrams & Trip Matrix, signal lists and interlocks in line with customer technical specifications.* Prepare schematics for Control & Relay Panel schematics for new and existing setups, especially for retrofit projects.* Prepare Cable Block Diagrams, relay ordering information, Cable Schedules and create lists for wiring, termination, and labelling for panel manufacturing.* Essential knowledge of Primary Equipment, Bay Controller Units, SCADA, RTU, and Tele protection.* Interface between AC Panels, DC Panels, Auxiliary Transformers, Battery, ACDC Cable Sizing, AIS & GIS secondary designs and work with various departments for design progress and completion.* Conduct technical risk and opportunity assessments and estimate engineering hours and validate inputs.* Collaboration with the team, take responsibility for assigned tasks, and ensure timely delivery with high-quality results.* You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.* Living Hitachi Energy’s core values 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.* Should have 4 to 8 years in commissioning and Engineering for Voltage level above 66kV.* Proficiency in CAD design tools like Zuken E3, AutoCAD, Elecdes or equivalent.* Experience in Secondary Control and Protection Schematic Design, Relays/IEDs configuration.* High technical experience with strong coordination skills.* Know how in PCM, Micom, Digsi IED configuration tools.* Knowledge on test kits such as Omicron (CMC 356 & 256), Doble & other test kit.* Proficiency in spoken and written English.**Accessibility and reasonable accommodation****Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. 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