Senior Project Engineer SCADA Networking

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai seeks an experienced SCADA/HMI Engineer to develop and support HVDC/substation SCADA solutions. You will work on Micro SCADA and Zenon, configure gateways, and ensure alignment with Hitachi standards.

The role requires 13+ years in substation projects, strong coordination across stakeholders, and proficiency in networked IT infrastructure. English fluency is essential to operate in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master in ECE/EEE/ EI required.
• 13+ years of project work experience in Sub Station environment.
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders to finalize solutions.
• SCADA/HMI certifications or networking certs (CCNA/CCNP) preferred.
• English fluency in an international setting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to continuous improvement of HVDCs HMI/SCADA applications.
• Design secured network architecture for SCADA/HMI systems for substations and HVDC projects.
• Coordinate with sub-suppliers and multiple stakeholders across locations.
• Prepare templates, faceplates, and popups in Micro SCADA/Zenon and coordinate with other departments.
• Support FAT/SAT activities and onsite commissioning.

Skills

Leadership in automation projects

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor/Master in ECE/EEE/EI

Tools

Micro SCADA

Zenon (Copa Data)

MS Visio

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

Location

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID

R0126702

Date Posted

2026-05-29

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description

The opportunity

HMI / SCADA Development, Database creation, Gateway server configuration, technical co-ordination, make sure the SCADA system works with customer requirements along with Hitachi standards.

How you'll make an impact

• Together with the team you will focus on continuous improving HVDCs Overall HMI. SCADA / HMI application development using Micro SCADA / Zenon SCADA software.
• Design & develop a secured network overall architecture for SCADA / HMI system for AC Substation and HVDC projects. Technical co-ordinations with sub suppliers and multiple stakeholders in different locations.
• IT infrastructure hands on experience on Routers, Firewalls, Switches, Servers, and workstations with basic networking skills.
• Template / Faceplate/ Popup creations in Micro SCADA / Zenon SCADA. Discuss with other departments / stakeholders to prepare the Division of works.
• Involved in FAT / SAT activities with along with sub suppliers.
• Technical support at site during commissioning phase of the project.
• You will be 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

• You hold a bachelor/ Master degree in ECE / EEE// E&I with a minimum Project work experience of 13+ years in Subs Station.
• Should have experience in collaborating with multiple stakeholder’s tom finalize the solution.
• Must have knowledge and skills in Micro SCADA, Zenon (Copa Data), MS Visio. Knowledge and experience in MS Office: Word, Excel.
• You are an engaged person who thrives in a constantly changing environment and enjoys collaboration with employees, peers and beyond.
• SCADA / HMI certifications, networking certifications, CCNA, CCNP, Cyber Security, good knowledge of process Automation / Power grid Automation are preferred.
• Evaluate and strengthen the security of any connections to the DCS / SCADA / HMI network.
• Able to lead the automation projects and guide / mentor within the team for the business requirements.
• Proficiency and fluency in English is required since you will be part of an international setting.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

Background Screening and Security Checks

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