Primary Project Engineer - GIS

Hitachi; Chennai; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED in Chennai seeks a Primary Design Engineer to craft 3D models for high voltage switchgear configurations and coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely submissions and customer satisfaction.

You will develop 3D models, generate BoM, create part numbers in SAP/ERP, and review drawings with colleagues before sharing with customers. Strong Creo/Windchill experience and HV design background are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with high‑voltage switchgear design
• Understanding of relevant international standards (IEEE, IEC)
• Manufacturing drawings and electrical schematics knowledge
• Strong communication and writing skills

Responsibilities

• Design and model high‑voltage switchgear components in 3D (GIS, Hybrid, Live Tank, Dead Tank).
• Prepare BoM and part numbers using SAP/ERP.
• Review 2D/3D drawings with cross‑functional teams and submit to customers on time.
• Ensure technical parameters are defined and validated for HV equipment.
• Support cross‑functional teams (SCM, project management, quality) and on‑site installation activities.
• Coordinate with customers to address queries and obtain approvals.

Skills

HV switchgear design

IEEE/IEC standards

Manufacturing drawings

Electrical schematics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Job description

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0140642

Date Posted:

2026-08-06

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description

The opportunity

The Primary design engineer will work on designing on primary design engineering for High voltage switchgear.

How you’ll make an impact

• Based on inputs received from the technical project lead and colleges from the design department ensurethe timely submission of 3D modelled HV Products for various substation configurations/requirements.
• Coordinate with other cross functions like project management, Design engineers, and secondary designsfor design aspects.
• Preparation of 3D modelling of high voltage Switchgears (GIS, Hybrid switchgear, Live tank, dead tank breakers etc), generating BoM of modules and products and creating part numbers using SAP/ERP.
• Co-ordination and reviewing the 2D and 3D drawings before submitting the same to customers.
• Preparation of guaranteed technical parameters for various high voltage.
• Addressing the technical queries raised by customers during the execution of the project in caserequired.
• Supporting various cross functions like SCM, project management, and quality for understanding thecustomer requirements and specifications if required, supporting onsite installation and commissioning colleagues for understanding the customer drawingsand other technical support.
• Coordinate with customers, resolve queries, and ensure the engineering drawings are approved ontime.
• You will be 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

• You hold a bachelor’s in electrical / mechanical engineeringwith 4 to 6 years of experience.
• Hands of experience in Creo and Windchill.
• Experience in working in Switchgear mechanical design.
• Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC, etc.
• Understanding of Manufacturing Drawings & Electrical Schematics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills.

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