Protection Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced commissioning engineer for Substation Control systems. Responsibilities include overseeing installations, conducting risk assessments, and managing external organizations. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has 8-10 years of experience in commissioning roles, specifically for protection systems. Proficiency in English and strong organizational skills are essential for success in this role, which offers an opportunity to impact project outcomes significantly.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years as a commissioning engineer for protection systems and products.
• Experience with high to medium complexity projects.
• Ability to generate technical reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and commissioning of Substation Control systems.
• Conduct risk assessments during commissioning phases.
• Manage external organizations providing commissioning systems.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Proficiency in English

Organizational skills

Customer orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Omicron

FREJA

Sverker

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job ID: R0097347

Date Posted: 2025-08-22

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SYSTEMS LLC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: The Opportunity

Substation Control & Protection System Testing & Commissioning for various projects, acting as the responsible commissioning engineer overseeing the installation and commissioning of Substation Control & Protection systems for assignments classified as medium commissioning complexity and ensure completion of all commissioning activities efficiently and cost-effectively, in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Represent the commissioning function at project meetings and review sessions, contributing to the creation and implementation of the project commissioning philosophy.
• Manage commissioning changes and produce as-built project documentation, while supporting continuous improvement of processes and system commissioning through lessons learned feedback.
• Conduct real-time risk and opportunity assessments during the commissioning phase to ensure safe implementation and identify potential variation requests to support contract claims. Report any contract, quality, program, or cost issues early, along with recommendations for resolution.
• Manage external organizations providing commissioning equipment, systems, or services (e.g., issue permits to work, provide guidance on health and safety requirements and work practices, accept completed work).
• Actively develop and coach colleagues. Cultivate a network of commissioning professionals within and outside the business unit. Take a lead role in developing the function by gathering and sharing best practices.
• Create standard processes and tools. Use agreed procedures to ensure all commissioning activities comply with safety regulations and contractual requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Live Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience as a commissioning engineer for protection systems and products.
• Experience handling high- to medium-complexity projects and proficiency in operating test kits (Omicron, FREJA, Sverker).
• Ability to generate technical reports, communicate effectively, and interface with customers.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks using an analytical and strategic approach.
• High customer orientation.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English is required.

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