Lead Substation Protection Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY SYSTEMS LLC is looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer for protection systems in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on overseeing installation and commissioning across projects with medium complexity, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency.

Key duties include representing commissioning in project meetings, managing changes, producing as-built documentation, and coordinating with external vendors while driving continuous improvement and reporting to contract requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred and relevant experience in commissioning.
• 8–10 years of experience as a commissioning engineer for protection systems and products.
• Experience handling high- to medium-complexity projects and using test kits (Omicron FREJA Sverker).
• Ability to generate technical reports, communicate effectively, and interface with customers.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Represent the commissioning function at project meetings and review sessions.
• Manage commissioning changes and produce as-built project documentation.
• Conduct real-time risk assessments during commissioning to ensure safe implementation and cost control.
• Manage external organizations providing commissioning equipment or services and ensure safety compliance.
• Develop and coach colleagues; share best practices and lead improvement initiatives.
• Create standard processes and tools to ensure compliance with safety and contractual requirements.

Skills

Accounting And Auditing

Heavy Machinery

ABB

BPO

Claims

ASIC

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Omicron FREJA Sverker

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY SYSTEMS LLC is looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer for protection systems in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on overseeing installation and commissioning across projects with medium complexity, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency.

Key duties include representing commissioning in project meetings, managing changes, producing as-built documentation, and coordinating with external vendors while driving continuous improvement and reporting to contract requirements.