HBU Application Engineering Manager

Hitachi Energy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited in Bengaluru seeks a senior leader to manage a team of application engineers within the High Voltage Business Unit, ensuring technical solutioning, design, and quotation for high voltage products and systems that meet customer requirements and business goals.

The role emphasizes mentoring, RFQ and tender guidance, comprehensive proposals, and collaboration with sales, R&D, and project teams to deliver robust, standards-compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years in application engineering, design, or project engineering within high voltage power industry.
• 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial role leading engineers.
• In-depth knowledge of high voltage products (GIS, AIS, breakers, instrument transformers, surge arresters) and their applications.
• Strong understanding of IEC, IS, ANSI electrical standards.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools for electrical design, analysis, and simulation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of application engineers.
• Oversee technical review of customer specs, RFQs, and tender documents for HV products and systems.
• Lead development of technical proposals including system designs, single-line diagrams, layouts, and equipment selections.
• Guide the team in calculations, simulations, and analyses (short-circuit, insulation coordination, dielectric strength).
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, R&D, and project management to align technical solutions with commercial offerings.
• Act as primary technical contact for key customers; present solutions and address queries.
• Drive continuous improvement in application engineering, processes, tools, and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure accuracy and maintenance of datasheets, drawings, and specs.
• Monitor market trends and competitors to inform strategic planning and solution development.
• Represent Hitachi Energy India Limited in internal and external technical discussions and events.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Customer communication

Technical depth

High voltage knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

Job Summary**

Lead and manage a team of application engineers within the High Voltage Business Unit (HBU), ensuring the successful technical solutioning, design, and quotation for high voltage products and systems, meeting customer requirements and business objectives.

Job Responsibilities**

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of application engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Oversee the technical review and interpretation of customer specifications, RFQs, and tender documents for high voltage products and systems (e.g., circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers).
• Lead the development of comprehensive technical proposals, including detailed system designs, single-line diagrams, layouts, and equipment selections, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, ANSI).
• Guide the team in performing technical calculations, simulations, and analyses (e.g., short-circuit, insulation coordination, dielectric strength) to validate proposed solutions.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, R&D, and project management teams to ensure alignment between technical solutions, commercial offerings, and project execution.
• Act as a primary technical point of contact for key customers, presenting solutions, addressing technical queries, and building strong relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the application engineering function, including process optimization, tool development, and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure all technical documentation, including datasheets, drawings, and technical specifications, is accurate, complete, and maintained.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements in high voltage applications to inform strategic planning and solution development.
• Participate in internal and external technical discussions, workshops, and conferences to represent HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED.

Job Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in application engineering, design, or project engineering within the high voltage power industry.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role, leading a team of engineers.
• In-depth knowledge of high voltage products (e.g., GIS, AIS, circuit breakers, instrument transformers, surge arresters) and their applications.
• Strong understanding of relevant national and international electrical standards (e.g., IEC, IS, ANSI).
• Proficiency in engineering software tools for electrical design, analysis, and simulation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages (e.g., Hindi) is a plus.

Publication date : 2026-09-16