Job Description

Location:

Maneja, Gujarat, India

Job ID:

R0100789

Date Posted:

2025-08-25

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

The opportunity

Identification, exploration and implementation of technology / product development and growth strategies to enhance and secure global positioning. Ensure project execution, foster innovation and develop and secure R&D capabilities in the business for profitability. Devising research methods, focus on future technical direction, future scenarios in transforming technology landscape. Preparing technical specifications and specifying laboratory test equipment and processes. Making recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials within budgets and targets set. May participate in intellectual property evaluations and development of patent applications. Coordinating pilot-plant or initial production runs on new products or processes. An Experienced Professional (P2) applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. May require the following proficiency: Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

How you’ll make an impact

• Serve as a technology expert specializing in transformer insulation drying, fluid treatment, and fluid filling processes—including impregnation—by conducting experiments and collaborating with R&D teams and manufacturing units to deepen the understanding of the physics and dynamics behind industrial processes.

• Contribute technological insights to enhance transformer quality and optimize process efficiency, with a focus on minimizing process-related failures.

• Support R&D initiatives and testing efforts aimed at advancing automation and digitalization across various processing stages.

• Identify, propose, and develop technological improvements for processing workflows, and assist Global Operations teams and factories in their successful implementation.

• Demonstrate strong collaboration skills by working effectively within global, cross-functional project teams comprising engineers and scientists from diverse disciplines.

• Participate in feasibility studies, propose technical solutions, and design products, collaborating with teams to deliver simulation approaches. Communicate results via comprehensive reports, specifications, and educational materials to facilitate knowledge dissemination.

• Evaluate and enhance production processes, offering expert advice to manufacturing facilities, and support factory operations as needed. Collaborate with global research scientists, technology centers, managers, customers, and academic partners.

• Contribute to intellectual property activities by participating in IP discussions, preparing clearance reports, and identifying potential risks associated with R&D tasks.

• 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.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• PhD or masters with research experience in industry in the areas of Material Science/ Chemical/ industrial technologies

• Minimum of 5 years of R&D experience in industrial processes involving drying, fluid treatment, and vacuum technologies. Prior experience in the transformer industry is a plus.

• Hands-on experience in experimental validation and implementation of new process technologies.

• Strong analytical capabilities with proficiency in modern tools for process monitoring, simulation, and digitalization.

• Demonstrated interest and ability to work across interdisciplinary topics.

• Familiarity with CAD modelling software such as CREO or similar software is advantageous.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within international and remote teams, with excellent interpersonal skills.

• Willingness to travel to manufacturing sites as required.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

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