Shop Engineer

Hitachi; Vadodara; On-site; INR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Shop Engineer for the Transformer Business in Savli, Gujarat to support production targets on the shop floor. The role requires reading technical diagrams, operating machinery, and ensuring quality while adhering to safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 2–3 years of shop engineering experience in transformers, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2–3 years of shop engineering experience, preferably in transformer industry.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Executes the assigned work according to agreed workflows and safety guidelines.
• Operates machines in line with operating manual/work schedule/production order instructions.
• Carries out routine setup and adjustments as well as simple repairs and fits simple replacement parts.
• Performs regular maintenance of equipment, tool setup, and programming as needed.
• Conducts shop floor operations in compliance with health and safety guidelines and reports non-compliance.
• Performs regular quality testing as part of defined production processes; skill set varies by product complexity.
• Maintains clean work area and adheres to SOPs.
• Upholds Hitachi Energy’s safety and integrity values in daily actions.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

2–3 years of shop engineering experience in transformer industry

Job description

Location: Savli, Gujarat, India

Job ID: R0141432

Date Posted: 2026-08-13

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for a Shop Engineer for the Transformers Business to join their team in Savli, Gujarat, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.

Transformers BU team leverages innovative and diverse technology to transform energy, delivering social, environmental, and economic value and enabling a sustainable energy future for current and future generations. The business’s comprehensive portfolio includes power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors, and transformer services. The Company’s transformers have been deployed across power generation, transmission, and distribution to metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. As the grid becomes more complex, the transformers play an increasingly vital role in improving power quality and network management. The Company is proud to introduce its TXpert Ecosystem, the next level in transformer digitalization, further advancing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & delivers within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communications skills.

Mission Statement

Support the unit in achieving the set production targets by adhering to the systems and processes. Correctly use machinery and equipment on the shop floor. Read and interpret the technical diagrams/instructions for assembly of products/systems/panels. Operate process equipment or machinery to convert raw materials or semi-finished parts into components or finished parts for a final product at the right time and with the required quality.

Your Responsibilities

• Executes the assigned work according to agreed work flows and in accordance and safety guidelines.

• Operates machines in accordance with operating manual/work schedule/production order instructions.

• Carries out routine set-up and adjustments as well as simple repairs and fits simple replacement parts.

• The job may include regular standard maintenance of the equipment, set up of tools and programming.

• Conducts shop floor operations in compliance with health & safety guidelines and reports any non-compliance.

• The job may include regular quality testing as part of a defined production process. Skill set required depends on type of products and level of complexity.

• Operates within standard operating procedures and maintains a clean work area.

• 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

• Diploma Degree with Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

• 2-3 years of working experience as Shop Engineering preferably in Transformer Industry

• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 42,000 people in 92+ countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centres. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi Energy balances social, environmental, and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter, and greener grid.

Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity.

+ Collaboration = Innovation.

www.hitachienergy.com

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