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HVDC Automation - Electrical Design Engineer

Join Hitachi Energy in Chennai as an HVDC Automation Electrical Design Engineer. Lead substation panel design, coordinate with global teams, and support commissioning. Benefit from a dynamic international environment and opportunities to mentor within a leading renewable energy company.

Hitachi Energy

Company Overview

Hitachi Energy Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd.

Zurich, Switzerland

2021

Approximately 45,000 to over 50,000 employees globally (source: hitachienergy.com). Revenue reached around $13 billion USD in 2023 (source: hitachienergy.com).

What They Do

Hitachi Energy specializes in power grid technologies, focusing on high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems, which have integrated over 150 gigawatts globally. Their product offerings include high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, and services aimed at grid modernization and renewable energy integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company provides HVDC converter stations, distribution transformers, and innovative gas insulation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the energy transition (source: hitachienergy.com). Target markets encompass utilities, industries, infrastructure, renewable energy developers, and data centers, with a presence in over 140 countries organized into five global business units for localized service delivery (source: cbinsights.com). The company leverages the combined expertise of ABB's power grids and Hitachi's digital technologies, evidenced by a significant increase in order backlog since 2020 (source: hitachienergy.com).

Projects & Track Record

Hitachi Energy has been involved in several notable projects, including the supply of equipment for China's Changji-Guquan UHVDC transmission line, the world's first at 1,100 kV, completed in 2018 (source: wikipedia.org). Other significant projects include the fluoronitrile-based gas replacement for National Grid in Kent, UK, and HVDC converter stations for the North Sea Link submarine cable, both completed in 2021 (source: wikipedia.org). Recently, they have also developed a renewable energy microgrid for Gull Bay First Nation in Canada (2022) and are currently working on offshore platforms and onshore HVDC converter stations for TenneT in the North Sea (source: wikipedia.org). Their geographic presence spans over 140 countries, with a strong focus on expanding manufacturing capabilities in North America to meet growing demand (source: hitachienergy.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Hitachi Energy has announced over $155 million USD in investments to bolster manufacturing capacity in North America, including a new distribution transformer factory in Reynosa, Mexico, which is expected to create 350 jobs (source: hitachienergy.com). Additionally, they are modernizing their power transformer factory in Varennes, Quebec, with an investment exceeding $100 million (source: hitachienergy.com). The company also completed the acquisition of ABB's remaining stake in December 2022, solidifying its position as a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (source: wikipedia.org). Furthermore, they reported significant revenue growth in fiscal year 2023, contributing to Hitachi Ltd.'s Green Energy & Mobility segment revenues (source: hitachi.com).

Working There

Hitachi Energy offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, skilled manufacturing, administrative positions, and research, with a strong emphasis on hiring due to recent expansions (source: hitachienergy.com). The company has added over 8,000 employees globally between 2020 and 2023, with significant growth in the U.S. and Canada (source: hitachienergy.com). Office locations include Reynosa, Mexico; South Boston and Mount Pleasant, USA; Varennes, Quebec City, Montreal, Canada; Zurich, Switzerland; and Ludvika, Sweden (source: hitachienergy.com). The company culture promotes innovation, co-creation with customers, and a commitment to energy transition, as highlighted by CEO Claudio Facchin (source: hitachienergy.com).


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Job Description

CRP Panel design and review the schematics, SLD, Panel Layouts, Cabel Schedule, Cabel Termination connection table, PCD, CBD.

How you'll make an impact

  • Technical co-ordinations with sub suppliers and multiple stakeholders in different locations.
  • Preparation of Design Specifications, Overview Diagrams and Concept Clarifications in close cooperation with the concept coordinators.
  • Base Template/ Symbol / Library creation in E 3 Tool.
  • Discuss with other departments / stakeholders to prepare the Division of works.
  • Prepare the CBD, PCD, Cable Schedule, Cable Termination connection table, etc.
  • Validate the design drawings / documents provide by sub supplier to meet customer specification and Internal Standards.
  • Involved in FAT / SAT activities with along with sub suppliers.
  • Technical support at site during commissioning phase of the project. Able to lead the substation projects and guide / mentor within the team for the business requirements.
  • You will be 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.

Your background

  • You hold a bachelors degree in EEE/ with a minimum Project work experience of 5 + years in Subs Station.
  • Should have experience in collaborating with multiple stakeholder's tom finalize the solution.
  • You must have knowledge & skills in E 3 design tool, E Base / E Plan / Auto CAD will be added advantage.
  • Knowledge & experience MS Office: Word, Excel.
  • Good knowledge of Substation/ Power grid automation and E 3 certification are preferred.
  • Strong knowledge in AC Control & Protection CRP Panel Design, strong Knowledge in Cable Engineering.
  • Site experience in AC Control & Protection Testing & Commissioning is an added advantage.
  • Proficiency and fluency in English is required since you will be part of an international setting.

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About the role

March 12, 2026

Full time

Company

March 12, 2026

On-site

Energy Storage

Hitachi Energy

hitachienergy.com

  •  Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

5+ years

UTC+05:30