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GIS Testing Engineer

2 days ago Chennai, India

The opportunity:

Join our High Voltage GIS manufacturing team and play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of world-class Gas Insulated Switchgear products. As a GIS Factory Testing & Documentation Engineer, you will be responsible for conducting factory routine and acceptance testing, preparing and validating test documentation, supporting customer inspections, and driving quality excellence throughout the manufacturing process. You will work closely with engineering, production, project management, and global stakeholders to ensure products meet customer expectations and international standards while promoting a strong safety culture

How you'll make an impact:

  • Perform routine, functional, mechanical, electrical, and acceptance testing of GIS products in accordance
    with applicable standards and customer specifications.
  • Prepare, review, validate, and release factory test reports, inspection reports, and quality documentation for

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factory clearance activities.
  • Develop and maintain Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), quality plans, test procedures, method statements,
    and risk assessments for project execution.
  • Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and coordinate customer witness inspections to ensure
    successful project deliveries.
  • Ensure compliance with IEC standards, customer requirements, internal quality procedures, and safety
    regulations.
  • Identify quality concerns, analyze root causes, and drive corrective and preventive actions to improve
    process performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, project management, and service teams to resolve testing and
    documentation issues.
  • Promote a Safety-First culture by ensuring adherence to EHS requirements and identifying opportunities for
    risk reduction.
  • Continuously improve testing, inspection, and documentation processes to enhance quality, productivity,
    and customer satisfaction
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and
    guidelines and live Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity.
  • 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 or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or a related
      discipline.
    • Minimum 4+ years of experience in GIS, High Voltage Switchgear, Substation Equipment, Factory Testing,
      Quality Assurance, or related manufacturing environments
    • Strong knowledge of Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) products, testing requirements, and manufacturing
      processes
    • Experience in routine testing, factory acceptance testing (FAT), inspection planning, and preparation of
      test documentation and reports
    • Good understanding of IEC standards, high-voltage testing practices, and electrical safety requirements
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong analytical, problem-
      solving, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and ability to work effectively in a multicultural
      global environment.

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    Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
    Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-214688
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2026-09-07T18:38:31

    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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