R&D Test lab Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Doddaballapura; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an R&D Test Lab Engineer for the High Voltage business to join the team in Bangalore, India. The role involves procuring new lab equipment, commissioning and maintaining lab safety, and conducting MV capacitor tests per IS/IEC/IEEE standards across shifts.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, interact with cross-functional teams, and contribute to technology development and reliability improvements within the high voltage portfolio.

Qualifications

• Diploma Electrical or BE Electrical required.
• 2–3 years of experience required.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English required.

Responsibilities

• Procure new machines for the Capacitor testing lab.
• Commission the lab equipment.
• Build safety culture in the lab.
• Maintain lab certification and obtain/renew certification as needed.
• Test MV capacitors according to IS/IEC/IEEE standards.
• Coordinate with GPS/Engineering/Production on testing outcomes.
• Follow change management procedures for every workflow.
• Create development and test instruction reports and analyses.
• Perform root cause analysis and document findings.
• Coordinate with cross functional stakeholders.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Diploma Electrical

BE Electrical

Job description

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job ID: R0073192 Date Posted: 2025-02-12 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: Business Information

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for a R&D Test Lab Engineer for the High Voltage Business to join their team in Bangalore, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual. Hitachi Energy is a leader in high-voltage technology, offering a wide range of high-voltage products up to 1,200-kilovolt (kV) helping enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of power networks while minimizing environmental impact. Our technology leadership continues to facilitate innovations in power transmission, enabling smart grids and enhancing eco-efficiency. Hitachi Energy’s EconiQ™ high-voltage portfolio eliminates SF6 with reliable and scalable solutions for the lowest carbon footprint. The EconiQ line has achieved two world’s first – the replacement of SF6 in existing high-voltage equipment called EconiQ retrofill and the breakthrough SF6-free 420 kV circuit breaker. Hitachi Energy has placed sustainability at the heart of its Purpose and is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & delivers within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communications skills.

Mission Statement

Identification, exploration and implementation of technology / product development and growth strategies to enhance and secure global positioning. Ensure project execution, foster innovation and develop and secure R&D capabilities in the business for profitability. Devising research methods, focus on future technical direction, future scenarios in transforming technology landscape. Preparing technical specifications and specifying laboratory test equipment and processes. Making recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials within budgets and targets set. May participate in intellectual property evaluations and development of patent applications. Coordinating pilot-plant or initial production runs on new products or processes.

Your Responsibilities

• Procuring new machines for the new Capacitor testing lab.
• Commissioning the lab equipment.
• Build safety culture in the lab.
• Conservent with lab certification, obtaining the certification and maintaining the certificate.
• Testing of MV capacitors as per relevant IS/ IEC/IEEE standards.
• Testing should be conducted in all 3 shifts.
• Support GPS/ Engineering/ production with the outcome of testing.
• Follow & maintain the standard procedure of change management for every workflow.
• Create development report, analysis report, assembly & test instruction, etc.
• Perform root cause analysis.
• Coordination with various cross functional stakeholders.
• 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

• Diploma Electrical /B.E.Electrical
• 2 to 3 years of Experience.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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