SAS Engineer – Hitachi MicroSCADA | UAE

linnk; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 339,000 - 745,000; Full time

Job summary

Linnk Group in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced SAS Engineer to support a high‑voltage substation project. The role requires hands‑on Hitachi MicroSCADA expertise and a strong background in Substation Automation Systems (SAS), including configuration, testing, and commissioning.

You will configure IEDs, work with IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus protocols, and support FAT/SAT while preparing design and test documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Hitachi MicroSCADA.
• Strong SAS engineering and testing for HV/EHV substations.
• Knowledge of substation protection and control systems.
• Practical understanding of IED configuration and integration.
• Experience with IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus communication protocols.
• FAT, SAT, pre-FAT, and commissioning procedures.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications, test documents, and inspection reports.

Responsibilities

• Configure and engineer Substation Automation Systems using Hitachi MicroSCADA.
• Configure and integrate intelligent electronic devices (IEDs).
• Implement and troubleshoot communication protocols, including IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus.
• Perform pre-FAT activities and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and maintain Functional Design Specifications (FDS), I/O lists, configuration documents, and test documentation.
• Prepare FAT reports and other required engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate with project engineering, protection and control teams, and site personnel.
• Support technical troubleshooting and ensure SAS configurations meet project requirements.

Skills

Hitachi MicroSCADA

SAS engineering

HV/EHV substations

IED configuration

IEC 61850

IEC 60870-5-104

Modbus

FAT/SAT/commissioning

Protection & control systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation

Tools

PCM600

IET600

Job description

Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Company: Linnk Group
Job Category: Electrical Engineering / Substation Automation / SCADA
Contract Duration: 6 months, renewable
Project Type: High-Voltage (HV) Substation Project

Job Overview

Linnk Group is seeking an experienced SAS Engineer to support a high-voltage (HV) substation project in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have mandatory hands‑on experience with Hitachi MicroSCADA and strong technical expertise in Substation Automation Systems (SAS), including configuration, integration, testing, and commissioning.

The role involves configuring intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), working with industrial communication protocols, supporting factory and site acceptance testing, and preparing technical engineering documentation. Candidates should have practical experience with SAS engineering in HV or extra‑high‑voltage (EHV) substations and a sound understanding of protection and control systems.

This six‑month contract, which is renewable, offers an opportunity to contribute to substation automation and power infrastructure projects while strengthening expertise in SCADA engineering, communication protocols, and commissioning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and engineer Substation Automation Systems using Hitachi MicroSCADA.
• Configure and integrate intelligent electronic devices (IEDs).
• Implement and troubleshoot communication protocols, including IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus.
• Perform pre‑FAT activities and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and maintain Functional Design Specifications (FDS), I/O lists, configuration documents, and test documentation.
• Prepare FAT reports and other required engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate with project engineering, protection and control teams, and site personnel.
• Support technical troubleshooting and ensure SAS configurations meet project requirements.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Mandatory hands‑on experience with Hitachi MicroSCADA.
• Strong experience in SAS engineering and testing for HV/EHV substations.
• Knowledge of substation protection and control systems.
• Practical understanding of IED configuration and integration.
• Experience with IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus communication protocols.
• Familiarity with FAT, SAT, pre‑FAT, and commissioning procedures.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications, test documents, and inspection reports.

Preferred Experience

The following experience will be an advantage:

• Working knowledge of PCM600 and IET600.
• Experience with TAQA or DEWA projects.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering and site teams.

Contract Details

• Location: UAE
• Duration: 6 months
• Renewal: Renewable, subject to project requirements and agreement
• Project: HV substation

Salary and Benefits

Salary, accommodation, transportation, and other employment benefits have not been specified by the hiring company. Candidates should confirm the compensation package and contract terms during the recruitment process.

Career Growth and Professional Development

This role provides an opportunity to develop specialist expertise in substation automation, SCADA configuration, IED integration, industrial communication protocols, and testing and commissioning. Experience across HV/EHV projects can support continued professional development in power systems, protection and control, and electrical infrastructure engineering.