Gas insulated switchgear Installation & Commisioning Engineer
1 week ago• Chennai, India
The opportunity:
The Sr. installation and commissioning engineer at INOPC will be a member of PGHV - CH 2657 team and will contribute towards Installation and commissioning of GIS product from 66kv upto 500 kV. The installation and commissioning engineer will play role of technical advisor during Installation and commissioning of GIS.
How you'll make an impact:
- Co-ordinate with project manager and ensure the site readiness as per standard checklist.
- Ensure required travel approvals are in place, and appropriate visa is available for travel to project country.
- Conduct site Risk assessment is carried out and all safety risks are covered in the assessment with mitigation action specified.
- Unpack GIS materials stored at site, perform inspection and move them for installation.
- Conduct toolbox talk before start of work.
- Ensure that the Installation and commissioning activities of GISbare performed by technicians as per standard method statement.
- Prepare weekly progress report and share with project manager.
- Conducting the SAT activities as per our internal protocols
- Prepare report for nonconformities found at our product/site materials at any stage of execution and report the same to concern the project / site manager.
- Ensure the results of SAT as per our internal protocols and cross check with factory routine tests (FRT) and factory acceptance test (FAT) in case if required.
- Prepare and send the site corrected/red marked drawings to engineering department for as built preparation.
- Handover the GIS equipment and spares (if any) to customers with proper documentation in a ready for energization state. 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:
- Min 6 years' experience in GIS installation and
- commissioning
- Completed at least 10 GIS installation and
- commissioning projects in independent role.
- Skilled in handling contractors / Technicians.
- Good knowledge on site HSE requirements.
- Ability to summarize meeting outcomes.
- English: fluent in speaking and writing
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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-208955
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-08-03T23:43:56
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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