Control & Protection Design Engineer
Today Chennai, India
About us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.
- Size: 10,000+ employees
- Industry: Engineering
The opportunity:
Design authority for Control & Protection engineering tasks of low to medium complexity. Work on projects, ensuring the work is completed cost-effectively and in line with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety guidelines. Based on customer technical specifications and inputs from the Europe Engineering team, Prepare Control & Protection schematics up to 400 kV, along with the Bill of Materials, engineering hour estimates, and technical risk and opportunity assessments. Coordinate closely with Engineering Leads to ensure smooth and accurate project execution.
How you'll make an impact:
Your background:
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Design authority for Control & Protection engineering tasks of low to medium complexity. Work on projects, ensuring the work is completed cost-effectively and in line with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety guidelines. Based on customer technical specifications and inputs from the Europe Engineering team, Prepare Control & Protection schematics up to 400 kV, along with the Bill of Materials, engineering hour estimates, and technical risk and opportunity assessments. Coordinate closely with Engineering Leads to ensure smooth and accurate project execution.
How you'll make an impact:
- Prepare Key Line Diagrams, Protection Interface Diagrams, Feeder Block Diagrams & Trip Matrix, signal lists and interlocks in line with customer technical specifications.
- Prepare schematics for Control & Relay Panel schematics for new and existing setups, especially for retrofit projects.
- Prepare Cable Block Diagrams, relay ordering information, Cable Schedules and create lists for wiring, termination, and labelling for panel manufacturing.
- Essential knowledge of Primary Equipment, Bay Controller Units, SCADA, RTU, and Tele protection.
- Interface between AC Panels, DC Panels, Auxiliary Transformers, Battery, ACDC Cable Sizing, AIS & GIS secondary designs and work with various departments for design progress and completion.
- Conduct technical risk and opportunity assessments and estimate engineering hours and validate inputs.
- Collaboration with the team, take responsibility for assigned tasks, and ensure timely delivery with high-quality results.
- You will be responsible to ensure 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:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
- Should have 4 to 8 years in commissioning and Engineering for Voltage level above 66kV.
- Proficiency in CAD design tools like Zuken E3, AutoCAD, Elecdes or equivalent.
- Experience in Secondary Control and Protection Schematic Design, Relays/IEDs configuration.
- High technical experience with strong coordination skills.
- Know how in PCM, Micom, Digsi IED configuration tools.
- Knowledge on test kits such as Omicron (CMC 356 & 256), Doble & other test kit.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
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Additional Information
- Job category: Science and Engineering
- Posted: today
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
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
- Stock Purchase Program
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
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
- Professional Coaching
- Shadowing Opportunities
Diversity And Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)