Senior Project Engineer SCADA Networking

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, invites a Senior Project Engineer with 13+ years in HVDC/substation SCADA to join our team. You will develop HMI/SCADA using Micro SCADA/Zenon, configure gateway servers, and coordinate with stakeholders to meet customer requirements and Hitachi standards.

You will design secure network architecture for SCADA/HMI, handle IT infrastructure tasks, support FAT/SAT, and mentor juniors while adhering to safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in ECE/EEE/E&I with relevant project work.
• 13+ years in Substation SCADA/automation projects.
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders across locations.
• Knowledge of Micro SCADA and Zenon is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead SCADA/HMI development for HVDC/Substation projects.
• Design secured network architecture for SCADA/HMI systems.
• Coordinate with sub-suppliers and stakeholders; support site commissioning.

Skills

SCADA/HMI development

Networking

Stakeholder management

Cyber security basics

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE/EEE/E&I

Master's degree in ECE/EEE/E&I

Tools

Micro SCADA

Zenon (Copa Data)

MS Visio

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

## Senior Project Engineer SCADA NetworkingApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Indiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: June 30, 2026 (22 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0126702**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.