Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional

Hitachi; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED is seeking a Lead Engineer for substations projects in Chennai. You will drive technical solutions, coordinate with system and electrical engineering teams, and interface with customers and vendors to deliver complex tenders and projects.

The role demands 8–12 years in power systems, HV substations experience, and strong presentation and communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (B.Tech/B.E./M.Tech).
• 8–12 years’ experience in Substations Engg.
• Experience with Medium to High Voltage Projects in Power System – Substations Domain.
• Knowledge of Power Systems equipment (transformers, capacitors, reactors, breakers).
• Knowledge of IEEE/IEC/GIGRE standards.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel and work across countries.
• Proficiency in English (spoken & written).

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering authority for projects/tenders with varying complexity.
• Coordinate with System, Primary/Secondary Engineering teams and Project Managers.
• Evaluate risks, strategize mitigation of engineering disciplines.
• Interact with customers, contractors and suppliers; present technical aspects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and contractual requirements.
• Share best practices across projects and disciplines.
• Collaborate with colleagues across countries.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Team player

Presentation skills

Proactive/dynamic

Education

Bachelor’s degree/B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech

Tools

IEEE/IEC standards knowledge

Job description

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0140401

Date Posted:

2026-09-11

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

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.

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.

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