Primary Project Engineer - GIS

Hitachi Energy; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in India seeks a Primary Design Engineer to design high voltage switchgear, focusing on primary design engineering for HV products and configurations. You will create 3D models, generate BoMs, and prepare manufacturing drawings, while coordinating with project teams and suppliers to meet timelines; proficiency in Creo and Windchill is required.

The role requires a 4–6 year background in electrical or mechanical engineering, with IEEE/IEC standards knowledge and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with 4–6 years of experience.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Experience in switchgear mechanical design and related standards (IEEE/IEC).
• Proficiency in CAD tools (Creo) and PLM (Windchill).

Responsibilities

• Design high voltage switchgear and create 3D models for HV products.
• Coordinate with project management, design teams, and cross-functions.
• Prepare 3D models and BoM, create part numbers using SAP/ERP.
• Review 2D/3D drawings before customer submission; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

SAP/ERP

Job description

The Opportunity

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

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 ensure the timely submission of 3D modelled HV Products for various substation configurations/requirements.
• Coordinate with other cross functions like project management, Design engineers, and secondary designs for 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 case required.
• Supporting various cross functions like SCM, project management, and quality for understanding the customer requirements and specifications if required, supporting onsite installation and commissioning colleagues for understanding the customer drawings and other technical support.
• Coordinate with customers, resolve queries, and ensure the engineering drawings are approved on time.
• 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 engineering with 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.

Publication date : 2026-08-06