Tendering Specialist - Substation Automation & Protection

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0147986

Date Posted:

2026-10-12

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Job Summary**

The Tendering Specialist for Substation Automation & Protection at Hitachi, Ltd. will be responsible for preparing comprehensive and competitive proposals for substation automation and protection systems, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and company standards.

Job Responsibilities**

* Analyze customer specifications, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and tender documents for substation automation and protection projects.
* Develop technical and commercial proposals, including scope of work, technical solutions, bill of materials, cost estimations, and project schedules.
* Collaborate with engineering, sales, project management, and procurement teams to gather necessary information and ensure proposal accuracy and completeness.
* Identify potential risks and opportunities within tenders and develop appropriate mitigation strategies or value-added solutions.
* Participate in clarification meetings with customers and provide technical support during the bidding phase.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and Hitachi's internal policies.
* Prepare and present tender summaries and recommendations to management.
* Maintain accurate records of all tender activities and documentation.
* Stay updated on market trends, competitor activities, and new technologies in substation automation and protection.

Job Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in tendering or proposals for substation automation and protection systems.
* Strong understanding of substation automation concepts, including SCADA, RTUs, HMI, and communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, Modbus).
* In-depth knowledge of protection relays, schemes, and applications for various substation components.
* Experience with cost estimation, risk assessment, and contract review processes.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.