Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ABB Power Grids in Chennai is seeking a senior Project Technical Engineer to lead engineering authority on substations projects. You will coordinate with system, primary/secondary engineering, and project teams to deliver compliant, cost-effective solutions.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience in power systems and a strong grasp of IEEE/IEC standards, with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills. English proficiency is essential for global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (B.Tech/B.E or M.Tech) required.
• 8–12 years’ experience in any engineering discipline.
• Experience with Medium to High Voltage projects in power systems – substations domain.
• Knowledge of power system equipment (transformers, capacitors, reactors, instrument transformers, breakers).
• Familiarity with IEEE/IEC/GIGRE standards.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; good communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering authority for substations projects/tenders, coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Drive technical solutions in collaboration with systems, mechanical, electrical and control engineering.
• Assess risks and opportunities, mitigate engineering risks across disciplines.
• Present technical aspects in project/tender meetings with customers, contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and contractual requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Team player

English proficiency

Education

B.Tech / B.E / M.Tech

Job description

Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional

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 yourcolleagues 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.

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.