SAS Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited seeks a SAS Commissioning Engineer to support site testing and commissioning for SCADA systems in Chennai. You will configure SAS products (MicroSCADA SYS600 family) and work with IEC protocols, ensuring quality, timely delivery and safety compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, willingness to travel extensively, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Diploma with relevant experience.
• Experience with MicroSCADA family products SYS600, SYS600C, Historian, SDM600, DMS600 preferred.
• Knowledge of communication protocols IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, Modbus is essential.

Responsibilities

• Configure and test Substation Automation System (SAS) for MV and HV projects.
• Lead or support site testing and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, and Production as needed.

Skills

MicroSCADA SYS600

SYS600C

Historian

Modbus

IEC61850

Travel willing

Education

B.E. Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

View builder

Display builder

IET600

ITT600

PCM600

Job description

## SAS Commissioning EngineerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Indiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 31, 2026 (25 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0139786**Location:**Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India**Job ID:**R0139786**Date Posted:**2026-08-05**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**# OpportunityYou will be a part of the GA Substation Automation team. Your work involves supporting site testing and commissioning activities for SCADA systems, also configuring of Substation Automation products (Like MicroSCADA family Products- SYS600, SYS600C, Historian, SDM600, DMS600) and communication protocols (IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, Modbus). As an individual contributor, you are expected to complete tasks within the scheduled timelines while collaborating effectively with colleagues when required. You may need to interact with counterparts to clarify queries and ensure smooth execution. Additionally, you may engage with other departments such as Engineering, Project Management and Production Team as needed.**How you’ll make an impact*** Configuration and Testing of Substation Automation System (SAS) for high and medium voltage substation:* Act as Testing & commissioning for medium to high complex projects.* Ensure completion of all commissioning activities efficiently and cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.* Thorough knowledge of conventional control systems & Hands on Experience with SCMS* Hands on with Micro SCADA / RTU Applications* Tools Experience IET, ITT, Automation Builder, Multiprong, equivalent with Third party Scada systems would be added advantage.* Manages the commissioning activities to ensure quality, timely delivery within targeted costs.* Ability to work autonomously and as a part of team.* 100% of the role needs travelling and willingness to travel extensively, including assignments arranged at short notice and on an irregular basis* Supports continuous improvement of project process* Actively participate in training and improve product and process knowledge.* Living Hitachi Energy’s core values 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.E / Diploma in Electrical Engineering.* Must have 3 -5 years of experience.* Relevant Work Experience on MicroSCADA family Products- SYS600, SYS600C, Historian, SDM600, DMS600.* Exposure to SYS600 engineering tools (View builder and Display builder)* Good understanding of Communication Protocols (IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, LON, SPA, DPN3,Modbus etc...)* Willing to travel for site testing and commissioning activities.* Familiarity with codes and applicable standards like IEC, IEEE, ANSI, etc...* Ability to work in a team and maintain professionalism.* Good communication and interpersonal skills.* Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.* Strong working experience in Hitachi Energy Software tools viz MicroSCADA, RTUtil, IET600, ITT600, PCM600.* MS-Office: Word, Excel, Visio**Accessibility and reasonable accommodation****Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. 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