Grid Solutions R&D Primary Engineer - IDC
Hitachi Energy · Chennai
- Experience3–4 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- Work modeunknown
- Levelmid
- Posted27 Sept 2026
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is hiring in Chennai in energy utilities. This role looks for around 3+ years of experience.
The role
A mid-level primary engineering role (5+ years) at Hitachi Energy, working on primary engineering deliverables for AIS & GIS substation projects. You prepare substation layouts and section drawings, grounding system drawings, lightning system design and drawings, cable routings and cable tray routings, clearance drawings, and verify technical data sheets for primary equipment (circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers) including vendor evaluations and FAT/SAT. Skills include BIM Tools, BIM 360, Navisworks, MicroStation, AutoCAD, AutoCAD REVIT, 3D competence, and standards such as IEEE and IEC. Location is Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (work mode not specified).
Full job description
The Opportunity
Responsibilities may include Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.
How You’ll Make An Impact
You will be in Primary Engineering Deliverables. Experience in handling complete Engineering deliverables for AIS & GIS projects, Exposure to International experience & Standards IEC, IEEE & AS.You will be substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Cable tray routings, Clearance drawings.To Understanding of auxiliary design aspects of substations, such as LVAC / LVDC supplies, Cable sizing, Battery & Battery Charger Sizing, etc.You will be contributing in technical data sheets verification of primary equipment. Knowledge of primary equipment, such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers, etc.You will offer Vendor Evaluations, FAT / SAT of primary equipment, system as and when needed.To provide technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort.To Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system & follow Opex initiatives.Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.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
Required bachelors in Electrical Engineering with minimum 5 years of relevant experience.Proficiency in required CAD design tools (BIM Tools, BIM 360, Navisworks, MicroStation / AutoCAD, AutoCAD REVIT, 3D competence).Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC etc. and in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical & commercial).You will be Individual contributors using in-depth knowledge in a specific area to execute complex or specialized projects / challenges often thinking independently to challenge traditional solutions.Comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines in the organization.Works independently, applying established standards, Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization, team player, ready to play the role across the different countries.Excellent English speaker, good communication skills.
Publication date : 2026-05-13