Project Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead engineering activities for High Voltage and renewable energy projects across Australia and New Zealand. You will coordinate from design through commissioning, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering (Electrical preferred), 5+ years in HV/utilities/renewables, and strong stakeholder management. Eligible for CPEng registration is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical preferred).
• 5+ years' experience within High Voltage, Utilities, Renewables, Transmission, Distribution, or related industries.
• Eligible for or working towards CPEng registration.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Passion for delivering quality engineering outcomes and solving complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities across project lifecycles.
• Deliver technical solutions for High Voltage and utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Support testing, installation, commissioning, and project execution activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers and supply chain teams to ensure technical requirements are met.
• Contribute to project planning, risk assessments, and contract management activities.
• Assist with customer engagement and provide technical guidance throughout project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and share engineering best practices across the business.
• Champion our commitment to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Skills

High Voltage

Utilities

Renewables

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical preferred)

Job description

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Job ID: R0144312 Date Posted: 2026-09-16 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Shape the future of Australia's energy infrastructure At Hitachi Energy, we're enabling a sustainable energy future through innovative power and grid solutions. As demand for renewable energy and grid modernization accelerates, we're looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join our growing team and help deliver critical High Voltage Substation and Renewable Energy pro-jects across Australia and New Zealand.

About the Role

As a Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in the engineering delivery of complex projects, working closely with customers, project managers, suppliers, contractors, and technical specialists. You'll coordinate engineering activities from design through commissioning, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities across project lifecycles.
• Deliver technical solutions for High Voltage and utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Support testing, installation, commissioning, and project execution activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers and supply chain teams to ensure technical requirements are met.
• Contribute to project planning, risk assessments, and contract management activities.
• Assist with customer engagement and provide technical guidance throughout project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and share engineering best practices across the business.
• Champion our commitment to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical preferred).
• Approximately 5+ years' experience within High Voltage, Utilities, Renewables, Transmission, Distribution, or related industries.
• Eligible for or working towards CPEng registration.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Passion for delivering quality engineering outcomes and solving complex technical challenges.

Why Hitachi Energy?

• Work on some of Australia's most significant energy transition projects.
• Join a global technology leader with strong local growth plans.
• Access international career opportunities and career development pathways.
• Be part of an inclusive, collaborative, and safety-focused culture.
• Contribute to projects that help build a more sustainable future.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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