GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader

hitachi· HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
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📍 Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaFull time

About this role

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0137729

Date Posted:

2026-07-30

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Lead and grow a high-performing engineering project execution team within a global operations environment, driving successful delivery of GIS, HV product, and substation projects. This role offers the opportunity to influence business outcomes through stakeholder collaboration, team development, resource planning, and operational excellence while building strong partnerships across global teams.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of project professionals, fostering high performance and strong behavioral competencies.
  • Partner closely with internal and external stakeholders to align goals, drive collaboration, and ensure successful project execution.
  • Conduct performance and development discussions, supporting team members in achieving both business objectives and career aspirations.
  • Drive operational excellence by managing key performance metrics such as utilization, customer/stakeholder satisfaction (NPS), and resource productivity.
  • Proactively plan workforce needs, lead recruitment, onboarding, and training activities to ensure project readiness.
  • Facilitate effective decision-making, challenge and align stakeholder expectations when needed, and promote best practice sharing across teams.
  • Ensure accurate resource billing and provide support for administrative activities including leave management, infrastructure, office requirements, and HR-related processes.

Your Background

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with preference for Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in project execution, including significant experience managing GIS, HV products, or substation projects.
  • Proven experience as a Project Manager with strong leadership capabilities and experience leading teams and managing stakeholder relationships.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence, align, and challenge decisions in the best interest of business goals and collaborative outcomes.
  • Strong expertise in people management, talent development, workforce planning, and performance management.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills, with the ability to drive productive discussions across diverse teams.
  • Experience working in a matrixed or global environment with accountability for operational and business performance metrics.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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This GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader role at hitachi is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader role at hitachi full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader role in the HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED department at hitachi.
Which team or department does the GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader at hitachi belong to?
This GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader position is part of the HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED department at hitachi. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader job at hitachi posted?
This GIS Primary Engineering Team Leader position at hitachi was posted on Sep 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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