Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee technical directions for substations projects across varying complexities. You will coordinate with System, Primary/Secondary, and Civil/MEP teams, ensuring compliant, cost-effective engineering execution and stakeholder alignment.

The role requires 8–12 years in engineering, strong knowledge of HV equipment, and excellent communication. Join a safety-focused organization and contribute to international projects from Chennai.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (B.Tech/B.E or M.Tech).
• 8–12 years of experience in engineering disciplines.
• Experience with medium to high voltage projects in substations.
• Knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose.
• Familiarity with IEEE/IEC/GIGRE standards.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical solution in coordination with other departments and Tender/Project Managers.
• Evaluate risks and mitigate engineering disciplines.
• Interact with customers, contractors and suppliers; attend project/tender meetings.
• Collaborate with engineering colleagues and share best practices across projects.
• Evaluate the overall cost of engineering disciplines and obtain approvals.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and contractual requirements.
• Uphold Hitachi Energy values of safety and integrity.

Skills

Power Systems Knowledge

English Proficiency

Team Player

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

B.Tech/B.E or M.Tech in Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

Lead Engineering authority for projects/tenders with low to high complexity for Substations Engg. Complete assignments on small, medium and large projects cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards. Coordinate with Project/Tendering team (i.e., System Engineering, Primary & Secondary Engineering), Project Managers, SCM, Civil / steel design functions, MEP, Commissioning, Consultants, End customers etc.

The Opportunity

Lead Engineering authority for projects/tenders with low to high complexity for Substations Engg. Complete assignments on small, medium and large projects cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards. Coordinate with Project/Tendering team (i.e., System Engineering, Primary & Secondary Engineering), Project Managers, SCM, Civil / steel design functions, MEP, Commissioning, Consultants, End customers etc.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Driving the technical solution in coordination with other departments (i.e. System Engineering, Primary/Mechanical Engineering, Secondary/Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering) and support Tender Manager/ Project Manager for assigned Project/Tender.
• Evaluating risks and opportunities, strategizes mitigation of engineering disciplines.
• Interacting with customers, contractors, suppliers. Attends project/Tender meetings and presents all technical aspects of project/Tender assignments.
• Collaborating and networking with engineering colleagues within the organization. Shares best practice across different projects and disciplines.
• Evaluating the overall cost of the engineering disciplines and getting approved from Business Unit Head.
• Utilizing standard processes, tools, and techniques. Ensuring that engineering activities are complied with required safety regulations and contractual requirements.
• 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

• Bachelor's degree in B.Tech or B.E or M.Tech.
• 8 - 12 years’ Experience in any Engineering Discipline (i.e., Systems Engineering, Primary & Secondary Engineering.
• Experience with Medium to High Voltage Projects in Power System – Substations Domain.
• Knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose. Example, Power Transformers, Capacitors, Reactors, Instrument Transformer and measuring equipment, Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors and Surge Arrestors.
• Knowledge on International standards (i.e., IEEE/IEC/GIGRE)
• Strong interpersonal and Presentation Skill.
• Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization.
• Comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines in the organization.
• Team player, ready to play the role across the different countries.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

Publication date : 2026-10-14