Primary Project Engineer - GIS

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai, India is seeking a Primary Design Engineer to lead high‑voltage switchgear design, delivering 3D models and associated BoMs for diverse substation configurations.

The role requires 4–6 years in HV switchgear mechanical design, proficiency in Creo and Windchill, strong knowledge of IEEE/IEC standards, and the ability to coordinate with project teams and suppliers while ensuring drawings and parameters meet requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• 4–6 years of HV switchgear/mechanical design experience.
• Proficient in Creo and Windchill.
• Knowledge of IEEE/IEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Design HV switchgear products and 3D models for various configurations.
• Create BoM and part numbers using SAP/ERP; coordinate with cross‑functional teams.
• Review 2D/3D drawings before submission to customers; ensure compliance with standards.
• Address customer technical queries during project execution.
• Support on-site installation and commissioning with technical drawings and support.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

SAP/ERP

Job description

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Based on inputs received from the technical project lead and colleagues 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.

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