Primary Engineering
Hitachi Energy · Chennai
- Experience7–10 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- Work modeunknown
- Levelexecutive
- Posted18 Sept 2026
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is hiring in Chennai in energy utilities. This role looks for around 7+ years of experience.
Skills
- MicroStation
- AutoCAD
- BIM Tools
- Substation Engineering
- Grounding Design
- Cable Routing
- IEC
- IEEE
The role
Primary engineer working in electrical power infrastructure. They execute substation project and tender engineering using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and BIM tools, producing layouts, grounding and lightning designs, cable routings, equipment data verification, and vendor evaluations. Their skills include MicroStation, AutoCAD, BIM tools, substation engineering, grounding design, cable routing, IEC, and IEEE standards.
Full job description
The opportunity
Engineering authority for projects/tenders with low to medium complexity. Execution of complete engineering assignments on small, medium or large projects/tender cost effectively and in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Bill of materials, RFQs, vetting of vendor offers, engg hours estimation, visit to project sites, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation etc. Coordinate with Engineering Manager, Engineering Leads, Tendering team, Project managers, SCM, Secondary and civil / steel design functions, consultants, end customers etc. and provide required support in each Project / Tender.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Primary Engineering Deliverables. Experience in handling complete Engineering deliverables for AIS & GIS projects, Exposure to International experience & Standards IEC, IEEE & AS.Substation layouts and section drawings, Grounding system drawings, Lightning system design, drawings, Cable routings, Cable tray routings, Clearance drawings etc.Understanding of auxiliary design aspects of substations, such as LVAC / LVDC supplies, Cable sizing, Battery & Battery Charger Sizing, etc.Technical data sheets verification of primary equipment. Knowledge of primary equipment, such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, earthing switches, instrument transformers, power transformers, etc.Vendor Offer Evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary equipment, system as and when needed. Technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation.Innovative ideas to reduce Engineering effort. Plan, implement, review and continuously improvise quality system & follow Opex initiatives.Responsible for maintaining and updating the documentation for respective tenders and projects as per quality process.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
Bachelor's degree in engineering or diploma in electrical engineering, with 7-10 years' 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. Knowledge in substation tendering and project engineering activities (technical & commercial).Individual contributor 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. High level of ownership.Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.
Publication date : 2026-08-28