Senior Project Engineer (Secondary Eng.) - Power Quality Solutions
3 days ago• Chennai, India
The opportunity:
Hitachi Energy PQS Electrical Engineering (EE) is responsible for the full cycle project engineering execution, designing of MACH hardware control and Protection system, IED based conventional control Protection system, Configuration & testing of Protection system, Auxiliary AC & DC system design including MV/LV Switch boards, Battery systems, Junction boxes and LV Cable sizing and estimation through innovative and reliable solution.
How you'll make an impact:
- Coordinate & lead multiple/complex projects within budget by meeting all KPI's (Quality, OTD, Efficiency, Budget)
- Design & execute the project in line with customer specification / FACTS standard/Global standards Viz IEC, ANSI, IEEE etc.
- Reviews and approves scope, budget and schedule for assignments and ensures quality deliverables
- Completes risk and opportunity assessments and ensures implementation of resulting actions in one's area of responsibility
- Creates work plans and cost estimates in one's area of responsibility
- Provides cost effective quality solutions as per customer requirement and delivers within budget and contract. Ensures adherence to safety standards and mitigation of potential risks
- Interacts with customers, officials, contractors and others. Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments
- Tender execution as per customer/FACTS requirement
- Preparation of Manufacturing documents for cubicles
- Preparation of FACTS Plant design drawings (Secondary)
- Designing and estimation of Aux. AC & DC power requirements.
- Designing of LV, MV Switch boards including battery systems, UPS and Voltage stabilizers
- Estimation & Sizing of LV Aux. power, control cables, communication cables & Indication cables
- Preparation of Specification and Request for Proposal documents for Cubicles, Cable, Junction boxes, Aux. system etc,
- Purchasing of cubicles, cables, Junction boxes, AC & DC switch boards, MV Switchgear, Battery system, UPS & Voltage stabilizers etc.
- Co-ordination with other departments (Mech. / Control / System Design/Commissioning)
- Review and coordination with vendor/supplier drawings for Electrical deliverables including primary equipment
- Evaluation of sub-supplier and selection as per project requirement
- Involving in customer FAT according to project demand
- Involving in Site and commissioning support as per requirement
- Involving in development and supporting activities for continuous process improvements
- Preparation of As Built Drawings
- Development, Training & mentorship for Junior resources
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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-152947
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-02T23:34:59
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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