Electromechanical Engineer

Role Overview Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced Electromechanical Engineer to join the Power Conversion Solutions team at its Indian Operation Center in Chennai. This role is central to the design, modelling, and delivery of advanced power converter systems including STATCOM, Static Frequency Converters, Static Var Compensators, and Series Compensation plants. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple locations to ensure high-quality engineering outcomes on complex, customised power electronics projects. Key Responsibilities - Design and model STATCOM, Static Frequency Convertor, Static Var Compensator, and Series Compensation plants in a 3D environment - Prepare FACTS plant layouts including yard arrangement, electrical HV and EHV clearance checks - Develop civil conceptual and interface drawings such as foundation plans, trench layouts, and load calculations - Create control building layouts covering electrical cubicles, thyristors, and pump skid arrangements - Prepare cable trench, conduit layout, grounding, and lightning protection calculations and drawings - Review equipment drawings for reactors, capacitors, circuit breakers, isolators, cooling skids, and related components - Perform steel design calculations including member sizing and foundation bolt selection, and prepare detailed steel drawings for manufacturing and installation - Compile heat and ventilation system data as input for HVAC design - Verify technical data sheets for primary equipment and evaluate vendors through facility visits - Obtain customer approvals for designs and drawings and prepare as-built documentation - Provide technical coordination with sub-suppliers and stakeholders across locations, including on-site commissioning support - Travel to project sites within India and abroad at short notice as required Required Qualifications - Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Electromechanical Engineering or a related discipline - Demonstrated experience in power electronics, FACTS technologies, or high-voltage substation design - Proficiency in 3D design environments and preparation of detailed engineering drawings - Strong understanding of civil, structural, and electrical interface requirements for power conversion plants - Ability to manage technical coordination across multiple stakeholders and project locations - Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for project support - Commitment to safety, quality systems, and continuous improvement practices Why Join Us Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification with a workforce of over 50,000 professionals across 60 countries, dedicated to powering a sustainable energy future. Joining this team means contributing to landmark projects in power conversion technology while growing within a company that values innovation, safety, and integrity.

- Experience in STATCOM, SVC, or Series Compensation plant design - Proficiency in 3D modelling and engineering layout preparation - Knowledge of HV and EHV electrical clearance standards - Familiarity with civil and structural interface drawings - Understanding of grounding, lightning protection, and HVAC design inputs - Ability to review and verify equipment technical data sheets - Strong stakeholder and vendor coordination skills - Willingness to travel to project sites in India and abroad - Commitment to quality systems and safety standards

- Opportunity to work on world-class power conversion and FACTS projects - Global exposure with travel to international project sites - Collaborative work environment with cross-functional and international teams - Association with a globally recognised technology leader in electrification