Service Engineer - Power Transformer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited in Maneja, Gujarat seeks an experienced Field Service Engineer to supervise erection and commissioning of 765 kV transformers across India. You will provide technical guidance, install and test equipment, and develop strong customer relationships while ensuring safety standards and project timelines.

The role requires 5+ years in transformer erection/commissioning, proficiency in MS-Office, and solid English communication.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from a reputed college.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in erection, testing and commissioning of power transformers and reactors up to 765 kV class.
• Proficient in MS-Office, Excel and email.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with checking schematic wiring, RTCC panels and OLTC parallel operation.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of erection and commissioning of 765 kV Power Transformers at various sites in India.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and contractors; install, test and commission equipment.
• Train customers on features and operation where required.
• Ensure safety standards and regulatory compliance on site.
• Manage relationships with customers, suppliers and internal factory departments.

Skills

MS-Office

Excel

Email

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RTCC panel

OLTC parallel operation

Job description

Job Description

Supervision of erection & commissioning of 765 KV Power Transformers at various sites in India. Handle customer & contractors effectively. Field Service Engineering work is focused on providing technical advice to customers including commissioning, installing, and testing of products/equipment including: Identifying and correcting more complex problems associated with start-up. Researching, evaluating, and recommending new products or equipment upgrades that will meet customer needs. Developing on-going relationships with customers to secure future business. May resolve/troubleshoot implementation problems and/or train customers on the features of the equipment they have purchased An Entry Professional (P1) applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education. May require the following proficiency: Work is closely supervised. Problems faced are not typically difficult or complex. Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.

Location

Maneja, Gujarat, India

Job ID

R0147874

Date Posted

2026-11-02

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

How you’ll make an impact

• Supervision of erection & commissioning of 765 KV Power Transformers at various sites in India.
• Handle customer & contractors effectively
• Vast knowledge on transformers, reactors & special transformers installation, testing and commissioning.
• Candidate must have familiar with latest safety standard.
• Customer handling as well as manpower/ team handling capabilities.
• He will be responsible for safe & successful completion of site work, communication with factory various departments, suppliers & customer.
• Candidate must have knowledge of General arrangement drawings, schematic drawings and capable of successful parallel operation & other schemes.
• Oil filling & filtration, vacuum process at site. Understanding all types of power transformers & reactors.
• 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.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Candidate should be BE/ B.tech in electrical engineering from reputed college of engineering.
• Candidate must have minimum experience of 5 years in power Transformers & Reactors erection, testing and commissioning, trouble shooting of power Transformers upto 500 MVA, 765 KV class.
• Proficient in MS-Office, excel & email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong problem-solving skills Must have experience of checking schematic wiring, RTCC panel, OLTC parallel operation etc.
• Handling turnkey projects, 765 KV class Transformers & reactors, HVDC transformers etc.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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