Primary_Senior Project Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. This role involves being the engineering authority for projects and executing complete engineering assignments for substation projects.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with 10-15 years of experience and strong proficiency in CAD design tools. They must also have the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate attention to detail while collaborating in a team environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in project engineering activities.
• 7-10 years of experience in knowledge of substation tendering.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete engineering assignments for projects/tenders.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and provide support.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Knowledge in substation tendering

Proficiency in CAD design tools

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team Player

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

BIM Tools

Job description

## Primary\_Senior Project EngineerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Indiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0126821**Location:**Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India**Job ID:**R0126821**Date Posted:**2026-06-30**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity:**Engineering authority for projects/tenders with low to medium complexity. Execution of complete engineering assignments on small, medium or large projects/tender cost effectively and in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Bill of materials, RFQs, vetting of vendor offers, hours estimation, visit to project sites, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation etc. Coordinate with Engineering Manager, Engineering Leads, Tendering team, Project managers, SCM, Secondary and civil / steel design functions, consultants, end customers etc. and provide required support in each Project / Tender.**How you’ll make an impact:*** Primary Engineering Deliverables. Experience in handling complete Engineering deliverables for AIS & GIS projects, Exposure to International experience & Standards IEC, IEEE & AS* Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Cable tray routings, Clearance drawings ,etc* Understanding of auxiliary design aspects of substations, such as LVAC / LVDC supplies, Cable sizing, Battery & Battery Charger Sizing, etc* Technical data sheets verification of primary equipment. Knowledge of primary equipment, such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers, etc* Vendor Offer evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary equipment, system as and when needed.* Technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort.* Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system & follow Opex initiatives.* 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:*** Bachelors Engineering in Electrical, have 10-15 years experience.* Should have minimum 7-10 years exp in Knowledge in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical & commercial).* Proficiency in required CAD design tools (BIM Tools, BIM 360, Navisworks, MicroStation / AutoCAD, AutoCAD REVIT, 3D competence).* Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC, etc.* Individual contributor using in-depth knowledge in a specific area to execute complex or specialized projects / challenges often thinking independently to challenge traditional solutions.* Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization.* Team Player, ready to play the role across the different countries. High level of ownership.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.* Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality digital solutions.* Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.