Civil Design Lead

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Hitachi Energy

India, Tamil Nadu, Chennai Full-Time On-site

Posted 5 days ago • Apply by June 14, 2026

Job Description

The Opportunity

Analyse customer specification to ensure Hitachi - Power Grids solution to meets the requirements. Good Knowledge in design of Steel structures and Reinforced concrete structures with STAAD Modelling.

How You'll Make An Impact

HV / EHV Switchyard equipment foundations which include Power transformers, Reactors, switching equipment, Gantry and Towers along with drainage and cable trenches, GIS Building foundations, Office/Storage buildings foundation.
Shall be able to review civil drawings and documents to fulfil the local country regulations.
You will be 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

You hold a degree in Civil design Engineering with a minimum work experience of 5+ years.
Technology knowledge of Steel structure and reinforced concrete structures – Staad, Autocad/Revit knowledge required.
Knowledge & Experience MS Office: Word, Excel.
Good knowledge of the relevant international Standards/Codes - British Codes (BS), Indian codes, ACI is a must have. Other codes like Eurocodes, DIN, ASTM or equivalent shall be an advantage.
Hands on experience in BOQ for civil foundation, superstructure, PEB structures associated with substations /switchyards etc.
Knowledge of Civil/Steel/MEP materials is an added advantage.
Self-starter caliber who could own tasks through to completion. Strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.