Location:Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaJob ID: R0135720Date Posted:2026-07-15Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITEDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div><div>Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The opportunity: As a technical lead for all engineering disciplines - evaluates, selects and applies standard techniques, procedures and criteria to perform task or sequence of tasks, for conventional projects with few complex features &amp; executes assignments using established solutions.   How you’ll make an impact : <ul><li>You will be act as a design authority for a particular engineering discipline and complete engineering assignments for that discipline Construction support.</li><li>You will collaborate on project installation, commissioning and site activities, clarifying potential issues or providing solutions to correct engineering errors along with it provide technical support to commissioning and start-up activities.</li><li>Sales support assists in creating proposals for projects through coordination of proposal documents and engineering estimates. Contract management supports Contract Manager in issuing claims (new scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications, etc.).</li><li>You will assist in performing engineering risk analysis before submitting proposal. You will plan and control, create work plans and cost estimates in one’s area of responsibility &amp; evaluate risks and opportunities, strategize mitigation of one’s engineering projects/programs.</li><li>You will support the Project Manager in overall project risk and opportunity assessments and implementation of resulting actions and identity opportunities for repeating and new businesses. Customer interacts with customers, contractors, suppliers.</li><li>You will attend project meetings and present all technical aspects of project assignments &amp; supply chain management, oversees the creation of subcontracts and manage subcontractors jointly with other involved functions, including supply chain management.</li><li>You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. </li><li>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.</li></ul>  Your background:<ul><li>You hold a degree in Master of Engineering - Power System (8 to 12 years experience) /PhD - Power System (more than 5 years experience).</li><li>Extensive knowledge of Power Systems studies and modelling of electrical network /HVDC/FACTS.</li><li>Understanding and design of Electrical Power Systems and controls.</li><li>Preferably Understanding application of Power Electronics in HV/EHV system like HVDC and FACTS with proven skills in using computers as a calculation tool, preferably knowledge on IEC/IEEE standard.</li><li>Preferably experience of power system simulation tools such as PSSE, EMTDC /PSCAD, Power Factory and calculations in Matlab/ Mathcad.</li><li>Extensive knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose, such as Power Transformers, Capacitors, Reactors, Instrument Transformer and measuring equipment, Circuit Breakers, Disconnector, Surge Arrester etc.</li><li>Excellent Multidisciplinary coordination.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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 <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</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 recruitmentAs 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 <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs 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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HVDC - Technical Lead Engineer

Location:Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaJob ID: R0135720Date Posted:2026-07-15Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITEDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div><div>Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The opportunity: As a technical lead for all engineering disciplines - evaluates, selects and applies standard techniques, procedures and criteria to perform task or sequence of tasks, for conventional projects with few complex features &amp; executes assignments using established solutions.   How you’ll make an impact : <ul><li>You will be act as a design authority for a particular engineering discipline and complete engineering assignments for that discipline Construction support.</li><li>You will collaborate on project installation, commissioning and site activities, clarifying potential issues or providing solutions to correct engineering errors along with it provide technical support to commissioning and start-up activities.</li><li>Sales support assists in creating proposals for projects through coordination of proposal documents and engineering estimates. Contract management supports Contract Manager in issuing claims (new scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications, etc.).</li><li>You will assist in performing engineering risk analysis before submitting proposal. You will plan and control, create work plans and cost estimates in one’s area of responsibility &amp; evaluate risks and opportunities, strategize mitigation of one’s engineering projects/programs.</li><li>You will support the Project Manager in overall project risk and opportunity assessments and implementation of resulting actions and identity opportunities for repeating and new businesses. Customer interacts with customers, contractors, suppliers.</li><li>You will attend project meetings and present all technical aspects of project assignments &amp; supply chain management, oversees the creation of subcontracts and manage subcontractors jointly with other involved functions, including supply chain management.</li><li>You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. </li><li>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.</li></ul>  Your background:<ul><li>You hold a degree in Master of Engineering - Power System (8 to 12 years experience) /PhD - Power System (more than 5 years experience).</li><li>Extensive knowledge of Power Systems studies and modelling of electrical network /HVDC/FACTS.</li><li>Understanding and design of Electrical Power Systems and controls.</li><li>Preferably Understanding application of Power Electronics in HV/EHV system like HVDC and FACTS with proven skills in using computers as a calculation tool, preferably knowledge on IEC/IEEE standard.</li><li>Preferably experience of power system simulation tools such as PSSE, EMTDC /PSCAD, Power Factory and calculations in Matlab/ Mathcad.</li><li>Extensive knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose, such as Power Transformers, Capacitors, Reactors, Instrument Transformer and measuring equipment, Circuit Breakers, Disconnector, Surge Arrester etc.</li><li>Excellent Multidisciplinary coordination.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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 <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</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 recruitmentAs 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 <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs 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.

HVDC - Technical Lead Engineer

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