Design & Engineering Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead HV switchgear projects in Maneja, Vadodara, India. You will drive R&D collaboration, manufacturing transfers, and cost‑effective processes to meet customer needs.

Ideal candidates have 15–20 years in electrical engineering, strong HV switchgear knowledge, and hands‑on experience with Creo, Windchill, SAP/S4HANA, and AutoCAD in a global setting.

Qualifications

• B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engg. with 15-20 years of relevant experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of HV switchgear and IEC/ANSI standards.
• Hands-on with 3D modeling and PLM tools such as Creo, Windchill, SAP.
• SAP S4/Hana experience.
• Proficient with engineering & automation tools (Pro-E, Creo, PLM, AutoCAD).
• Ability to work in a global cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D and global product support to manage product life cycles.
• Apply problem-solving and quality tools to resolve issues.
• Lead product transfer projects and support new product introductions.
• Set team goals and ensure operational results are met.
• Design manufacturing processes, jigs, fixtures and equipment.
• Supervise team members and provide guidance as needed.
• Prepare BOMs and Material Masters in SAP from PLM data.
• Support localization with supply chain and product management teams.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations across reports and stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical engineering

HV switchgear knowledge

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering

M.Tech (preferred)

Tools

Creo

Windchill

SAP

SAP S4/HANA

AutoCAD

Pro-E

Job description

Location: Maneja, Gujarat, India

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Hitachi Energy is currently seeking an Engineering Manager to join its team in Maneja, Vadodara, India.

We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated individual to contribute to a dynamic and fast‑paced business environment. The ideal candidate should enjoy working in a challenging and evolving setting. He or she must be flexible in meeting business requirements and experienced in collaborating with diverse teams and cultures.

How you’ll make an impact

• Collaborate with R&D and Global product support and manage the complete product life cycle for existing products, including Interrupters, Drives, and Circuit Breaker Poles.
• Apply problem‑solving and quality tools (such as RCA, 8D, FMEA, Pareto, etc.) to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
• Contribute to strategic product transfer projects and support the implementation of new products into manufacturing.
• Set goals and objectives for team members and ensure the achievement of operational results.
• Work on designing product‑specific manufacturing processes, Jigs/Fixtures and equipment.
• As Team Leader, supervise team members and support whenever required.
• Prepare BOMs and Material Masters for product assemblies/components as per specifications in SAP from PLM tool.
• Support product localization by working closely with the supply chain and product management teams.
• Apply engineering principles to create solutions that meet customer technical and functional requirements while ensuring good manufacturing cost and efficiency.
• Ensure that all policies, procedures, and practices are understood and followed by direct reports, customers, and stakeholders.
• Prepare proposals, estimate project costs, plan project schedules, and support lean manufacturing, business process improvements, and resource management.
• Provide training and share technical knowledge to the teams.
• Take care of product maintenance, including reviewing reports, communication, and documentation with vendors and cross‑functional teams. ( Engineering Change Notification Governance)
• Use SAP/Creo/Windchill for design and documentation tasks.
• Understand and apply relevant national and international standards (ISO/IEC/DIN/ASME).
• Maintain a safe work environment and take responsibility for actions while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• 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

• B.Tech./B.E. in Electrical Engg. (ME or MTECH will be preferred) with 15-20 years of relevant experience.
• Possess strong technical knowledge of high‑voltage switchgear (Live Tank Breaker/ Dead Tank Breaker/ Hybrid Switchgear/ Gas Insulated Switchgear) and it’s main components (Interrupter & Drives).
• Strong technical knowledge of HV Switchgear viz. Circuit Breaker IEC / ANSI standards and application knowledge of HV Switchgear.
• Experience in Type Testing of HV Switchgear Hands‑on experience with 3D modeling and PLM tools such as Creo, Windchill, and SAP.
• Strong Capability on Engineering & Automation Tools, viz. Pro-E, Creo, PLM, AutoCAD, ETC.
• Strong mfg process knowledge(casting, machining, forging, welding, bending, injection molding, etc.) Understanding of materials and related standards (ISO, DIN, IS…).
• Knowledge of product change management processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a global and cross‑functional environment.
• Innovative and creative mindset.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• SAP configurator and its methodologies, hands on experience with SAP S4/Hana.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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