Testing Engineer

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

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited in Savli, Gujarat, India is hiring a Testing Engineer to join the engineering team. The role requires robust knowledge of electrical testing, HV testing, and fault tracing, with exposure to switchgear products.

You will work with cross-functional teams, follow IEC standards, and ensure tests are conducted safely and within timelines. A Diploma or B.E. in electrical engineering with 4–6 years of experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma/B.E. in Electrical Engineering with first class (above 60%).
• 4–6 years of professional experience (Procurement).
• Sound interpersonal skills and SAP MM knowledge.
• MS Office proficiency and basic knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Experience in HV testing, partial discharge testing, switchgear testing; GIS/DTB testing a plus.
• Knowledge of functional and interlock verification in low voltage/local control cubicles.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform HV testing and partial discharge tests on switchgear.
• Read and understand electrical schematic drawings.
• Trace faults and resolve issues using documents.
• Coordinate with production, stores, and planning teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.

Skills

MS Office

Electrical testing

HV testing

Partial discharge testing

Interlock verification

Education

Diploma / B.E. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP MM

Job description

Location:

Savli, Gujarat, India

Job ID:

R0119678

Date Posted:

2026-05-13

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for a Testing Engineer to join their team in Savli, Vadodara, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual. 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.

How you’ll make an impact

• Should possess adequate knowledge and understanding of relevant national & international standards like IEC.
• Must be able to understand different kinds of electrical schematic drawings.
• Should be capable of tracing the fault & solving it (both electrical as well as mechanical) by referring the documents.
• Must have worked in the testing field and should have the knowhow of the testing equipment.
• Should have the experience of high voltage testing, partial discharge testing and routine testing of switchgear product.
• Candidate should have the basic knowledge of the switchgear’s product.
• Candidate should be able to do the electrical wiring independently in Local control cubical and able to verify basic interlocks.
• Capable to work independently and handle the day-to-day workload.
• Should supervise the team members and ability to deliver the output in targeted timeline.
• Should be familiar with practices such as 5S, KAIZEN, etc.
• Experience of co‑ordination with various cross functions like production, stores, packing and marketing/planning
• Should be able to handle the customer inspection independently
• Should have the knowledge of the equipment calibration and its certification.
• 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

• A Diploma / bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with first class (above 60%)
• Minimum 4 to 6 years of professional work experience in Procurement.
• Sound interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of SAP MM.
• Well versed with MS Office. Basic knowledge of engineering drawing.
• Skilled in High voltage testing, partial discharge testing, Mechanical endurance test of Switchgear product. Experience in GIS & DTB testing will be an added advantage.
• Should have adequate knowledge of functional and interlock verification in low voltage or local control cubicle.
• Quick learner with interest in and ability to master new technologies. Knowledge of basic SAP
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security‑sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

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