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Project Engineer - Secondary

2 days ago Chennai, India

The opportunity

Design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects, cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. Based on technical specification from end customers and inputs from OU Engineering team, prepare Protection principle SLD, Schematics substation layouts, sections, Bill of materials, RFQs, vetting of vendor offers, engg hours estimation, visit to project sites, technical risk assessment and opportunity evaluation etc. Coordinate with 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

  • Review of Tender document, technical specifications and preparation of design intent document. Preparation of protection SLD showing principles, relays and meters. Preparation of Functional Design Standards/Descriptions.
  • Preparation of Signal list, trip matrix, Logics & Interlocks. Review of vendor drawings and documents (technical vetting of Control & Relay panels, Auxiliary System).
  • Preparation of schematic diagrams for the interface's equipment in Control & Relay Panel scheme thus providing completeness. Preparation of relay ordering information. Preparation of circuit diagrams - New & Existing Set-up (applicable for retrofit projects).
  • Preparation of Cable block diagram. Preparation of Cable Schedule & BoQ estimation for ordering. Preparation of Wiring/Termination diagrams.
  • Preparation of Core sheets. Preparation of SCS IO Schedule. Panel Engineering Expertise (Layouts, circuit diagram, wiring table, terminal table etc.,)
  • Preparation of Voltage drop calculation - Trip & Close coil, LVAC power cable. Identification of existing drawings and modifying them using Red and Green markups as per standard requirements.
  • Interface knowledge with Primary Equipment, Bay Controller Units /SCADA/RTU/Tele protection are essential. Auxiliary Power System design like Low Voltage AC Panel & DC Panel requirements, Aux Tr and Battery & Charger Sizing, ACDC Cable sizing & CB selectivity study.
  • CT / VT Sizing, relay configuration, excellent knowledge in AIS & GIS secondary designs. As Built documentation
  • Co-ordination with other departments like primary, lead engineer, sourcing, C&R factory counterpart & own department control and protection etc. for design progress & completion. Vendor Offer Evaluations. FAT / SAT of primary secondary equipment, system as and when needed.
  • Ensure Ontime delivery of design deliverables & to be vigilant on project schedule impacts. Responsible for obtaining customer approvals for the designs and drawings.
  • Technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation. Take part in customer meetings / site visits for tender/project clarifications.
  • 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

  • Should be bachelors engineering in electrical engineering.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in technical risk and opportunity assessment and validation
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-154420
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-10T23:35:31

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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