Looking for challenging role? If you really want to make a difference - make it with us Can we energize society and fight climate change at the same time? At Siemens Energy, we can. Our technology is key, but our people make the difference. Brilliant minds innovate. They connect, create, and keep us on track towards changing the world’s energy systems. Their spirit fuels our mission. Our culture is defined by caring, agile, respectful, and accountable individuals. We value excellence of any kind. Sounds like you? We are seeking a skilled Substation Automation Engineer with expertise in designing and implementing automation systems for electrical substations for both onshore and offshore wind application. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and integrating advanced technologies to enhance the monitoring, control, and protection of substation equipment. The candidate should possess a strong understanding of software systems, implementation, and maintenance of advanced automation systems for electrical substations. The successful candidate will be responsible for leveraging their knowledge and experience in substation automation design to enhance the operational efficiency and reliability of substations. This role requires a strong understanding of various technologies and software systems, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Your new role – challenging and future-oriented The design, engineering and implementation of substation automation systems to optimize monitoring, control, and protection functions within electrical substations. Responsible for preparation & approval of engineering document like FDS, System Architecture, Signal List, Bill of Materials, General Arrangements (internal & External), Panel heat load calculation. Preparation of Testing & Commissioning documents such as FAT, SAT, Test Reports, and Schedule Plans. Knowledge of PC Networking, switch, router, GPS, Firewall, Cyber Security Substation Automation: Process Level, Bay Level, Control Level OS and Tools: Windows, PC Applications, PC communication, serial/ IP networking. Debugging tools: Modscan, IEC Tester, IED Scout, Wireshark "Integrate intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), RTUs (Remote Terminal Units), Gateways, and human-machine interface (HMI) systems to enable remote monitoring and control capabilities. Develop and configure communication networks and protocols, such as IEC 61850, IEC60870-5-101/103/104, DNP3, OPC and Modbus TCP/IP to facilitate seamless data exchange and interoperability Knowledge of Process Bus Technology. Experience in IO Mapping with respect to the scheme drawings/troubleshoot of database issues in SAS system / RTU based system. (Know-how) Develop and maintain standardized parameterization procedures for substation automation equipment to optimize performance and interoperability Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure accurate and efficient parameterization of substation automation systems Stay updated with industry standards and technological advancements in substation automation design and implementation Work experience on Siemens SICAM (PAS, Toolbox, WinCC, SCC) solution, Hitachi Micro SCADA, GE DS AGILE) Planning and execution of training courses and customer presentations. Your new role – challenging and future-oriented Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field 8 to 15 years of experience in substation automation design and implementation Experience with the unique challenges that are posed by designing automation systems for offshore wind farms Proficiency in software systems such as SAS, RTU programming, HMI development, and networking protocols Strong knowledge of substation automation principles and communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, IEC-101/104 DNP3, Modbus TCP/IP) In-depth understanding of substation parameterization and additionally configuration for IEDs and control systems Experience in developing and implementing standardized parameterization procedures for substation automation equipment Soft Skills Excellent Communication (Both written & verbal) & Inter-personal Skills. Critical thinking, reasoning and problem solving are an essential part of this position. Enjoys learning new things and build knowledge base in new area. Enjoys working in Team environments, Exhibits collaboration in multiple stake holder interactions. Adaptive and eager to learn and work on new technologies. Innovative, self-driven, and disciplined. Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively. We’ve got quite a lot to offer. How about you? This role is based in Chennai. You’ll also get to visit other locations in India and beyond, so you’ll need to go where this journey takes you. In return, you’ll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries – and the shape of things to come. We’re Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. 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