Primary Design Engineer – Substations

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual incentive plan

Flexible working

Meal allowance

Medical check-up

Psychological assistance

Language training

Coaching & Assessments

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy Spain, S.A.U. is seeking an experienced engineer in Madrid to lead the electromechanical scope of substation projects. You will ensure system integrity and work across design, tender, and execution stages.

The role requires expertise in AIS/GIS substations, HV equipment knowledge, and strong collaboration with civil and EM teams. Travel up to 10% may be required; English fluency is expected.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in electromechanical design of substations (AIS and/or GIS).
• Solid knowledge of High Voltage Apparatus.
• BIM / 3D methodology knowledge is considered a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety and self-motivation for new technologies.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills and knowledge of power systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead electromechanical scope to ensure substation system integrity and correct operation.
• Produce technical documentation for tender development and design phases.
• Prepare and review technical specifications and validate equipment.
• Coordinate 3D models and resolve interfaces between civil and electromechanical disciplines.
• Provide technical recommendations during design, engineering and execution phases.
• Support claims related to changes in primary scope with cost and schedule impacts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and leadership.

Conocimientos

Electrical engineering

Electromechanical design

High voltage

BIM / 3D modeling

Safety awareness

Communication

Power systems

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Location: Madrid, Spain Job ID: R0128347 Date Posted: 2026-04-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: The Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of energy? At Hitachi Energy, we are building and expanding our ES Regional Office (ESOPC) in Madrid, Spain, within the Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU). As part of this dynamic team, you will play a key role in supporting project execution from design to delivery, ensuring innovative solutions for offshore platforms, data centers, and high‑voltage substations across the region. If you are eager to apply your expertise in electromechanical substation design, collaborate with top professionals, and make a real impact on the future of energy, we want to hear from you!

How you’ll make an impact

Lead and coordinate the primary (electromechanical) scope to ensure the integrity and correct functional operation of substation systems. Produce technical documentation supporting tender development as well as early conceptual design, detailed design, and equipment implementation. Prepare and review technical specifications and validate equipment. Ensure alignment of 3D models/designs, coordinating and resolving interfaces and interferences between civil and electromechanical disciplines. Provide technical recommendations during design, engineering, and execution phases to meet project requirements and applicable standards. Support the project team with claims related to changes in the primary scope, assessing cost, schedule impacts, and associated risks, while maintaining customer satisfaction through continuous dialogue and high‑quality service. Collaborate with engineering colleagues to share best practices and further develop leadership, coordination, and communication skills, always upholding our core values of safety, integrity, and quality.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in electromechanical design of substations (AIS and/or GIS).
• Solid knowledge and experience with High Voltage Apparatus.
• BIM / 3D methodology knowledge is considered a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to workplace safety guidelines, combined with high self‑motivation and curiosity for new technologies.
• Collaborative and solution‑oriented mindset, with strong communication skills and knowledge of power systems, renewable energy, and transmission systems.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Willingness to travel: up to 10% of the time.

More about us

We offer a holistic range of competitive benefit programs designed to support your financial, physical, and mental well‑being, as well as your personal and professional development. We want you to truly thrive with us — both at work and beyond. Depending on grade and experience, our benefits may include (subject to the respective plan rules):

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Flexible Working
• Meal Allowance
• Medical Check‑up
• Psychological Assistance
• Language Training
• Coaching & Assessments

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