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CAD Automation Engineer

5 days ago Chennai, India

The opportunity:

The CAD Automation Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing automated CAD workflows, ensuring design accuracy, collaborating with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting system issues, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.

How you'll make an impact:

  • As member of a engineering platform team, responsible for creation of automated design solutions.
  • Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to optimize CAD design processes.
  • Collaborate with product owners, designers and other stakeholders to understand requirements and identify opportunities for automation.
  • Analyse existing workflows and identify areas for improvement to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Conduct testing and validation of automated solutions to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot issues with automation script and tools and implement solutions to ensure smooth operation.
  • Collaborate with software developers to integrate CAD automation tools with other engineering software and systems.
  • Collaborate with product owners and various stakeholders to create product sales & engineering configurators.
  • Facilitate communication between internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
  • Take ownership of CAD modelling and detailing tasks, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project specifications.
  • 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.

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Your background:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 3-6 years of experience. At least 3 years or more of relevant work experience in Transformer or similar industries.
  • Exposure to use of 3D CAD modelling tool Creo Parametric. CAD automation, Pro-program skills. Basic programming skills.
  • Product Configuration knowledge. Hands on experience in PLM (Windchill).
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and CAD software functionality.
  • Knowledge of relevant international standards (ISO, ANSI, ASME). Strong analytical skills, experience in data analysis and management.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with business, product owners, developers, and end users from different areas and different regions/cultures.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Tasks and time self-management. Demonstrated ability to learn Engineering Design tools.
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-196824
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-29T23:36:01

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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