Primary Project Engineer - GIS

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, seeks a Primary Design Engineer to design high-voltage switchgear, including GIS, hybrid, live/dead tank breakers, and related assemblies.

You will model in 3D, create BoM and part numbers using SAP/ERP, review drawings, ensure compliance with IEEE/IEC standards, and coordinate with cross-functional teams for timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with 4–6 years of experience.
• Hands-on Creo and Windchill required.
• Experience in switchgear mechanical design.
• Knowledge of IEEE, IEC standards.
• Understanding of manufacturing drawings and electrical schematics.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Designs primary HV switchgear and related configurations as directed by the project lead.
• Collaborates with project management and design teams to ensure timely deliverables.
• Creates 3D models and BoM, generates part numbers in SAP/ERP.
• Reviews 2D/3D drawings before submission to customers.
• Ensures compliance with applicable standards and internal procedures.
• Supports cross-functional teams including SCM, QA, and field installation as needed.
• Addresses customer queries during project execution.

Skills

Switchgear design

3D modelling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

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 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.