Location:

Chennai,

Tamil Nadu,

India

Job ID: R0144074

Date Posted: Sep 9, 2026

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Type (Experience Level): Experienced

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

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Job Description:

Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, High Voltage Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Solid academic and practical understanding of electrical power systems and high-voltage equipment.

Professional Experience
- 10+ years of experience in high-voltage electrical equipment, switchgear, HVDC, or power transmission projects.
- Hands-on experience with main circuit equipment, such as:
- AC/DC circuit breakers
- Disconnectors and earthing switches
- High-speed switches
- Commutating switches
- Converter reactors
- Surge arresters
- Current transformers and voltage transformers
- Grading and insulation systems
- Experience in HVDC projects,



equipment design, engineering, testing, qualification, or commissioning is preferred.
- Experience working with equipment suppliers and participating in technical reviews, design reviews, and resolution of technical issues.

Technical Knowledge
- Good knowledge of IEC and relevant international standards, particularly IEC 62271 series and applicable HVDC standards.
- Understanding of:
- Short-circuit phenomena and breaker duties
- TRV and recovery voltage
- Making and breaking currents
- DC time constant and DC component
- Switching transients and point-on-wave switching
- Insulation coordination
- Dielectric and temperature-rise requirements
- Mechanical and electrical endurance
- Type, routine, and special tests
- Ability to understand and review electrical schematics, technical specifications, datasheets, type-test reports, and design calculations.
- Knowledge of HVDC converter stations and the interaction betwe

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