Location:
Bengaluru Karnataka India
Job ID:
R0099086
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The opportunity:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-orientedValidation Engineerto perform the validation and certification of Grid Automation products includingnumerical protection relays (IEDs) & RTUs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and external labs to ensure products meet international standards and customer expectations.
How youll make an impact:
- Responsible for configuration testing and fault analysis of IEDs/RTUs in Control & Relay Panels (CRP) and Substation Automation Systems (SAS) for EHV substations (above 132kV).
- Prepare test specifications plans and execute hardware tests; ensure prototypes are correctly assembled and test environments are properly set up.
- Ensure usage of the latest tools and software versions during IED configuration and testing.
- Collaborate with Regional Testing Labs and cross-functional teams to develop test plans reports and certifications for Grid Automation products.
- Interpret compliance requirements for certification labs R&D and Product Management teams during product validation. Ensure adherence to internal and external regulations procedures and guidelines.
- Stay informed on product development phases new features software updates and maintenance releases to assess testing needs.
- Continuously learn and acquire expertise in protection schemes and automation systems to accelerate growth in the learning curve.
- Offer post-sales technical support for complex issues requiring deep technical knowledge.
- Conduct fault analysis for site-reported issues replicate problems identify root causes and provide workarounds or escalate to R&D for hotfixes or maintenance releases.
- Provide remote or onsite support for Control & Protection relays and RTUs.
- Maintain continuous interaction with the testing lead and experts to ensure effective execution of testing activities.
- Report configuration and testing project status progress and plans to the testing lead. Ensure efficient use of testing assets such as test kits and tools.
- Document test results and compile comprehensive testing reports for internal and external use.
- Present and follow up on test outcomes to ensure resolution and improvement.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.
- Living Hitachi Energys core values of safety and integrity which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business
Your background
- Candidate should be a graduate in Electrical and Electronics engineering with relevant of a minimum of 3 years of experience in testing & commissioning of relay Control & Relay panels(CRP) Substation Automation Systems (SAS/SCADA) with IEC 61850 in EHV substations.
- Should have good knowledge on Power system. Should have hands on experience with 3 Phase injection test kits like Omicron Doble Megger etc.
- Should have good knowledge on understanding the schematics of control and relay Panels primary equipment interlocks.
- Should be ready for frequent travels all over India and overseas wherever assigned for at least next 5 years.
- Should have a good knowledge on configuration of HEIL IEDs and competitors IEDs in line with project requirements
- Strong knowledge of communication protocols: IEC 61850 IEEE C37.94 IEC 101 IEC 104 Modbus DNP 3.0 OPC.
- Proficient in Ethernet and serial communication technologies.
- Should have a fair understanding ofIEC 62351cybersecurity standards.
- Should have competency on networking & configuration of managed Ethernet switches.
- Should have hands on experience on Protocol analyzers like IEC browser and network analyzer tools like wire shark.
- Strong analytical and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.
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