Site Installation Engineer

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0115833

Date Posted:

2026-01-22

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Plan, prepare and coordinate pre-commissioning/commissioning/start-up activities leading to project completion. Develop and ensure adherence to a detailed commissioning schedule and plan, covering all aspects of pre-commissioning and start-up phases through to handover. Prepare and/or update a comprehensive commissioning manual. Develop a reporting structure and accountabilities for the commissioning team. Plan and coordinate the commissioning/start up schedule and necessary work with third party providers. Develop pre-commissioning test procedures and documentation. Correct any deficiencies found. Ensure compliance and progress reports are produced in accordance with client and legislative requirements. Liaise with government agencies where required to obtain necessary approvals prior to start-up. Prepare client acceptance forms and ensure satisfactory sign-off is obtained. Develop comprehensive quality, environment and safety commissioning plans.

How you'll make an impact:

• Installation of Control and Protection cubicles, Electrical yard equipment, power and control cables,Laying, termination and testing of fiber cable, installation of reactors & capacitor filter units, distribution panels and switchgears is expected.

• Installation supervision and testing of primary equipment in FACTS. Knowledge of Protection relays and Control System (SCMS / SCADA) will be an added advantage.

• Coordinate with design engineering teams, Sub-contractors, consultants, suppliers and customers and ensure the Installation activities are carried out smoothly meeting the time schedule.

• Technical co-ordination with sub suppliers and multiple stakeholders in different locations & discuss with other departments / stakeholders to prepare the Division of works.

• Involved in FAT / SAT activities with along with sub suppliers. Technical support at site during commissioning phase of the project.

• 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 yourcolleagues and the business.

Your background:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in ECE / EEE/ E&I or I&C. Minimum 5 years of working experience in Installation supervision of FACTS / HVDC / Substations of 33KV and above. Handson experience in projects handle in India / other country locations.

• Good knowledge of IEC, NEC standards and customer specific standards (SEC, DEWA, North America etc.,) for installation is preferred.

• Strong communication and people skills with high focus on customers and stake holders and their needs.

• Very strong knowledge of safety standards and be able to lead the safety responsibility at sites. Willingness to work in multicultural / international environment.

• Should have good knowledge of OHSAS procedures and be able to handle OHS responsibility for his team at site. Good knowledge of process Automation / Power grid Automation.

• You are an engaged person who thrives in a constantly changing environment and enjoys collaboration with employees, peers and beyond.

• Self-starter caliber who could own tasks through to completion. Strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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