Design & Engineering Manager

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is currently seeking an Engineering Manager to join its team in Maneja, Vadodara, India. We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated individual to contribute to a dynamic and fast‑paced business environment. The ideal candidate should enjoy working in a challenging and evolving setting. He or she must be flexible in meeting business requirements and experienced in collaborating with diverse teams and cultures.

How you’ll make an impact

• Collaborate with R&D and Global product support and manage the complete product life cycle for existing products, including Interrupters, Drives, and Circuit Breaker Poles.
• Apply problem‑solving and quality tools (such as RCA, 8D, FMEA, Pareto, etc.) to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
• Contribute to strategic product transfer projects and support the implementation of new products into manufacturing.
• Set goals and objectives for team members and ensure the achievement of operational results.
• Work on designing product‑specific manufacturing processes, Jigs/Fixtures and equipment. As Team Leader, supervise team members and support whenever required.
• Prepare BOMs and Material Masters for product assemblies/components as per specifications in SAP from PLM tool. Support product localization by working closely with the supply chain and product management teams.
• Apply engineering principles to create solutions that meet customer technical and functional requirements while ensuring good manufacturing cost and efficiency.
• Ensure that all policies, procedures, and practices are understood and followed by direct reports, customers, and stakeholders.
• Prepare proposals, estimate project costs, plan project schedules, and support lean manufacturing, business process improvements, and resource management.
• Provide training and share technical knowledge to the teams. Take care of product maintenance, including reviewing reports, communication, and documentation with vendors and cross‑functional teams. ( Engineering Change Notification Governance)
• Use SAP/Creo/Windchill for design and documentation tasks.
• Understand and apply relevant national and international standards (ISO/IEC/DIN/ASME).
• Maintain a safe work environment and take responsibility for actions while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• 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

• B.Tech./B.E. in Electrical Engg. (ME or MTECH will be preferred) with 15-20 years of relevant experience.
• Possess strong technical knowledge of high‑voltage switchgear (Live Tank Breaker/ Dead Tank Breaker/ Hybrid Switchgear/ Gas Insulated Switchgear) and it’s main components (Interrupter & Drives).
• Strong technical knowledge of HV Switchgear viz. Circuit Breaker IEC / ANSI standards and application knowledge of HV Switchgear. Experience in Type Testing of HV Switchgear
• Hands-on experience with 3D modeling and PLM tools such as Creo, Windchill, and SAP.
• Strong Capability on Engineering & Automation Tools, viz. Pro-E, Creo, PLM, AutoCAD, ETC.
• Strong mfg process knowledge(casting, machining, forging, welding, bending, injection molding, etc.)
• Understanding of materials and related standards (ISO, DIN, IS….).
• Knowledge of product change management processes. Ability to work effectively in a global and cross‑functional environment.
• Innovative and creative mindset. Strong problem‑solving skills.
• SAP configurator and its methodologies, hands on experience with SAP S4/Hana.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required