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Project Engineer Substation Automation System

Yesterday Chennai, India

The opportunity:
Act as the responsible project engineer for SCADA engineering and testing of Substation Automation system. Manage completion of all engineering and testing activities efficiently and cost-effectively and in accordance with customer specifications, quality standards.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Responsible for SCADA design, optimized engineering, testing, and troubleshooting of Substation Automation system according to the customer specifications.
  • Knowledge of relevant international standards. ex: IEEE, IEC, ANSI etc.-Knowledge on Cyber security concepts.
  • Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Maintains good communication and collaboration with stake holders.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as a part of tea .
  • Planning and control Creates work plans and cost estimates for work in own area of responsibility and proactively manages this work to deliver the agreed program on time, on quality and at targeted cost.
  • Conducts risk and opportunity assessments during engineering phase to reduce the cost of poor quality and maintain on time delivery. Reports early any contract/quality/program/cost issues to management, along with recommendations for resolution.
  • Actively develops and coach colleagues. Represents function as a member in standardization committees. Cultivates a network of Engineering colleagues both within and outside own business unit. Takes a lead role in developing function within own business unit gathering and sharing best Practice.
  • Creates standard processes and tools. Uses agreed processes and procedures to ensure that all Engineering and testing activities comply with the quality process.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • 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.

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Your Background:

  • B.E/B.TECH - Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation & Control / Electrical
  • Minimum2-6yearsexperiencein Substation automation system
  • -Substation automation protocols and communication systems-Knowledge on Hitachi Energy (ABB) Substation Automation & Engineering software's such as IET, Micro Scada , PCM, RTU etc.
  • Knowledge on other manufacturer substation Automation software's.
  • Knowledge on communication protocol - IEC 61850, IEC 60870 - 5-101, 103 , 104, LON , SPA , DPN3 , Modbus etc...
  • Knowledge on SCADA testing and validation-Knowledge on various Protocol simulators.
  • Knowledge on SCIL, VB Scripts, PLC and Structured text.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-176675
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-09T23:35:08

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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