Hitachi America

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0099458

Date Posted:

2025-07-09

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for implementing the Project design and developments, also creating component libraries and to create new specifications and modify existing ones for standard reusable accessories and components of mani equipment like Inverter, transformers & Panels etc.. within a central data repository. Mechanical Engineer will be reporting to team manager of INOPC PGGA – PCS - Power System Engineering team.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Lead and execute conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for Structural steel skids, Metal Enclosures/Containers, Portable substations and MV/LV panel housings, etc.
• Perform structural analysis and FEA simulation on containers/skids considering Dead load, live load Wind load, seismic load (as per applicable standards ASCE-7).
• Develop and validate lifting and transportation plans using analytical methods and tools.
• Design HVAC systems for battery/storage containers with appropriate sizing calculations and airflow planning.
• Apply ISO and IEC standards (relevant to BESS, containers, skids, and electrical safety) in design.
• Prepare and review design documentation, drawings, and engineering BOMs.
• Collaborate with electrical and controls teams for electromechanical integration & with Global Stakeholders to understand their requirements and execute.
• Provide technical input during manufacturing, assembly, and testing
• Conduct CFD analysis for battery containers to evaluate airflow, thermal distribution, and hotspot management.
• Support motion studies, rendering, and VR walkthroughs for design reviews and customer presentations.
• 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 your colleagues and the business.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• Should have 5 to 10 years of Experience.
• Experience in layout design and switchgear/metering cabinet design.
• Understanding of electrical clearances and safety norms for MV/LV applications.
• Familiarity with the manufacturing process of MV/LV control panels, AC/DC distribution systems, UPS and battery-based power systems.
• Should have experience in AutoCAD – For 2D drawings, layout development, and detailed design SLD.
• Should have experience in Software & Tools SolidWorks like3D Part & Assembly modeling, 2D Drafting/Drawings, FEA analysis (Static, Modal, Buckling), CFD analysis (Preferred but optional), Motion Study, Animation, Rendering, VR walkthroughs (Optional).

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