Simulation &Verification Engineer-HVDC Control & Protection

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, seeks an experienced Engineering & Science professional for a full-time role. The position focuses on technical marketing engineering for Mission Critical telecommunication Solutions (MCS), enabling pre-sales and sales with market-driven technical insights.

You will support global projects, develop protection functions for HVDC technologies, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimise solutions while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics with 5–8 years in control and protection systems.
• Proficiency in PSCAD or MATLAB and experience with standard electrical engineering practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support global projects by adapting HVDC base control and protection software.
• Develop control and protection functions for future HVDC technologies.
• Perform power system studies to optimize fault detection and settings.
• Assist projects in resolving control and protection function issues.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to optimise HVDC solutions.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and Hitachi Energy policies.

Skills

PSCAD

MATLAB

Electrical engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID: R0117732

Date Posted: 2026-02-09

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity: The technical marketing engineer for Mission Critical telecommunication Solutions (MCS) has the global responsibility to enable the Pre-Sales & Sales community of the different regional HUBs to understand technical market requirements for wired telecommunication networks and ensure customer interaction in line with global solution/product strategy. Support sales organizations in driving sales by your technical expertise. Provide relevant customer & market inputs to product management and R&D activities, ensuring market alignment and relevance.

How you'll make an impact

• Support Global Projects by adapting HVDC Base Control & Protection Software (MACH).
• Develop Control and Protection Functions / Solutions for future HVDC technologies.
• Perform Power system protection / control studies using EMT tool based on project requirements to optimise fault detection algorithms and setting philosophies.
• Support projects in resolving the issues related to Control and Protection Functions.
• Coordinate with different stakeholders across the business units to get inputs to optimise the HVDC solutions.
• 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’s degree in Electrical and Electronics with a minimum work experience of 5 TO 8 years in Control and Protection system.
• You must have Knowledge & Skills in PSCAD, MATLAB, or any other Simulation Software, basic knowledge on IEEE / IEC standards.
• Knowledge & Experience MS Office: Word, Excel.
• Preferred experience from HVDC System.
• Digital signal processing, Analog circuits and digital circuits experience is preferred.
• Experience in technical tender support or bidding, experience in substation environment and protection application are preferred.
• Self-starter caliber who could own tasks through to completion.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Company culture

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.