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Project Lead Engineer (PME)

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Senior level
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Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Senior level
Lead engineering authority for projects involving substations and EBOP engineering. Drive technical solutions, evaluate risks, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
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Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0113587

Date Posted:

2026-01-12

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Lead Engineering authority for projects/tenders with low to high complexity for Substations & EBOP Engg. Complete assignments on small, Medium and large projects cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards. Having eBoP exposure with Systems Engg knowledge is an added advantage for this role.

How you’ll make an impact:

  • Driving the technical solution in coordination with other departments (i.e. System Engineering,
    Primary/Mechanical Engineering, Secondary/Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering) and support Tender Manager/ Project Manager for assigned Power Systems’ Projects/Tenders.
  • Understanding the Systems Engg & should be able to do complete review on Equipment Sizing.
  • Evaluating risks and opportunities, strategizes mitigation of engineering disciplines.
  • Interacting with customers, contractors, suppliers. Attends project/Tender meetings and presents all technical aspects of project/Tender assignments.
  • Collaborating and networking with engineering colleagues within the organization. Shares best practice across different projects and disciplines.
  • Evaluating the overall cost of the engineering disciplines and getting approved from Business Unit Head.
  • Utilizing standard processes, tools, and techniques. Ensuring that engineering activities are complied with required safety regulations and contractual requirements.
  • Knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose. Example, Power Transformers, Capacitors, Reactors, Instrument Transformer and measuring equipment, Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors and Surge Arrestors.
  • Knowledge on International standards (i.e., IEEE/IEC/GIGRE)
  • 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.

Your background:

  • Master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering Discipline (i.e., Systems Engineering, Primary & Secondary Engineering), with 8-10 Years of experience.
  • Experience with Medium to High Voltage Projects in Power Systems – EBOP & Substations Domain.
  • Strong interpersonal and Presentation Skill. Dynamic and Proactive, willing to grow in the organization.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines in the organization. Team player, ready to play the role across the different countries.
  • High level of ownership and very good negotiation & persuasion Skill
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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