Senior Electrical Designer - Power Transformer Tendering

Hitachi India Pvt Ltd; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to lead tender design efforts for high‑voltage power transformers. The role involves coordinating with market teams, preparing technical data sheets, and ensuring designs meet customer specs and safety regulations.

The candidate will engage with customers, perform design reviews, and align with Hitachi Energy standards while contributing to project schedules and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design for power transformers.
• Strong English communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tender designs for power transformers (132kV and above) in coordination with Market and Sales Strategy.
• Prepare data sheets and cost sheets per customer specifications and influence tender discussions.
• Visit customers for technical discussions and ensure compliance with regulations and Hitachi Energy standards.

Skills

Electrical design for Power Transforme

Shunt Reactors experience

Transformer design knowledge

Simulation software awareness

Microsoft Office proficiency

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Simulation tools

Job description

Power Transformer Tender Electrical Designer – Senior professional

Location: Vadodara, Gujarat, India

Job ID: R0141208

Date Posted: 2026-09-23

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity Project Engineering focuses on designing, communicating, and implementing an operational plan for completing an engineering-based project including Preparing designs, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new infrastructure, facilities, equipment, etc. Monitoring progress and performance against the project plan; taking action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays. Identifying, developing, and gathering the resources necessary to complete the project. May include preparing engineering standards, designs and work specifications; developing project schedules, budgets and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.

How you’ll make an impact

The success candidate will be the part of HUB APMEA PT Tendering Team specialized in Power Transformers design. Responsible for development of various application power transformer -tender designs in coordination with the Market and Sales Strategy to meet the market needs. Responsible for development of transformer designs based on tender specifications. Preparation of Data sheets, Cost sheets as per customer specification Influence specification at the tender and pre-tender stage, through conceptual discussions. Visiting customers for technical discussions Exploring & implementing new transformer accessories Participation in internal design concept reviews. 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 of Electrical Engineering. More than 10 years’ experience working in Electrical design for Power Transformers (132kV & above). Further experience in other products such as Shunt Reactors, Special transformers would be advantageous. Understanding of Power Transformer Electrical Design, Thermal, Dielectrics, Short circuit and sound performance and transformer mechanics Experience in Simulation or software development would be advantageous. Experience on Microsoft office and tools. Good communication skills in English Language oral and written form. Demonstrated team building and networking skills, would be a preference. A team player, open with information and willingly contributes to team discussions with an ability to work without supervision when required. Quick learner with ability to master new areas. Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Use of AI and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Experience Level

Senior Level