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Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Job ID: R0140642 Date Posted: 2026-08-06 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity: The Primary design engineer will work on designing on primary design engineering for High voltage switchgear. How you'll make an impact: Based on inputs received from the technical project lead and colleges from the design department ensurethe timely submission of 3D modelled HV Products for various substation configurations/requirements. Coordinate with other cross functions like project management, Design engineers, and secondary designsfor design aspects. Preparation of 3D modelling of high voltage Switchgears (GIS, Hybrid switchgear, Live tank, dead tank breakers etc), generating BoM of modules and products and creating part numbers using SAP/ERP. Co-ordination and reviewing the 2D and 3D drawings before submitting the same to customers. Preparation of guaranteed technical parameters for various high voltage. Addressing the technical queries raised by customers during the execution of the project in caserequired. Supporting various cross functions like SCM, project management, and quality for understanding thecustomer requirements and specifications if required, supporting onsite installation and commissioning colleagues for understanding the customer drawingsand other technical support. Coordinate with customers, resolve queries, and ensure the engineering drawings are approved ontime. 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 bachelor's in electrical / mechanical engineeringwith 4 to 6 years of experience. Hands of experience in Creo and Windchill. Experience in working in Switchgear mechanical design. Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC, etc. Understanding of Manufacturing Drawings & Electrical Schematics. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
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