Substation Automation - Automation Engineer (SAS)

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

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED seeks an experienced Substation Automation engineer to configure MicroSCADA products and define communication protocols. You will prepare system architectures, IO signal lists, and technical solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5–8 years of relevant experience, familiarity with SYS600 tools (View builder and Display builder) and good English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (B.E./ Diploma).
• 5–8 years of experience in Substation Automation.
• Experience with MicroSCADA SYS600 family products.
• Familiarity with IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, Modbus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare System Architecture and IO Signal lists.
• Configure MicroSCADA SYS600 family products and communication protocols.
• Analyze customer specs to design reliable technical solutions.
• Prepare complete Digital Control & Protection drawings for Digital Substation.
• Generate Preliminary BOM by understanding importance and consequences of releasing it.

Skills

MicroSCADA SYS600

SYS600C

Historian

DMS600

IEC61850

IEC101

IC104

Modbus

View builder

Display builder

Education

Bachelor's / Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SYS600 View Builder

SYS600 Display Builder

Job description

Location:Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaJob ID:R0147709Date Posted:2026-10-08Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITEDProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Mission StatementYou will be a part of the GA Substation Automation engineering team. Your work involves mainly configuring of Substation Automation products (Like MicroSCADA family Products- SYS600, SYS600C, Historian, SDM600, DMS600) and communication protocols (IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, Modbus). You will be an individual contributor who would deliver the tasks as per the given inputs and when required need to work in coordination with other colleagues and should exhibit good collaborative skills to complete the task. In the absence of your Lead or in some cases, you will be required to interact with our counterparts to get/clarify queries. You may also interact with other departments like Primary, Project Management, and Production.Your Responsibilities Preparation of System Architecture. Preparation of IO Signal list. Configuration of MicroSCADA family Products- SYS600, SYS600C, Historian, SDM600, DMS600) and communication protocols (IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, Modbus). Analyses customer specifications to have a clear picture of its requests and to prepare a reliable tech nical solution. Interaction with various cross-function teams like Primary, Project Management, and Production, when required. Self-reviewing the documents before submitting them to Lead Engineer. Generating Preliminary BOM by understanding the importance and consequences of releasing it. Preparation of complete Digital Control & Protection drawings as part of Digital Substation (with NCITs, MU’s, SAM600 modules, etc...). Adhering to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications. Contribute to the knowledge base by creating KB articles and FAQs. Actively participate in training and improve product and process knowledge. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.Your Background Bachelor’s degree in B.E / Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Must have 5 -8 years of experience. Relevant Work Experience on MicroSCADA family Products- SYS600, SYS600C, Historian, SDM600, DMS600. Exposure to SYS600 engineering tools (View builder and Display builder) Good understanding of Communication Protocols (IEC61850, IEC101, IC104, Modbus) Willing to travel for site testing and commissioning activities. Familiarity with codes and applicable standards like IEC, IEEE, ANSI, etc... Ability to work in a team and maintain professionalism. Good communication and interpersonal skills. 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