Project Site Engineer

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Company pension

Medical insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

Career development

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Ireland (Dublin) seeks a Project Site Engineer to oversee quality assurance and control across electrical substation projects. You will drive adherence to the Project Quality Plan, perform inspections and coordinate testing activities throughout EPC phases.

The role involves reviewing technical documents, guiding on quality improvements, and ensuring regulatory and customer specifications are met.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and auditing methodologies.
• Experience with electrical substation design, construction, testing and commissioning processes.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings and applicable industry standards.
• Experience managing quality documentation, inspections and handover packages.
• Leading quality initiatives across multiple workstreams within complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain project-specific Quality Plans, ITPs, quality procedures and inspection checklists.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, customer specifications and ISO 9001 standards.
• Coordinate and monitor quality inspections, FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Review drawings and procedures to verify compliance and identify discrepancies.
• Conduct site quality inspections and audits to verify conformance with documentation and requirements.
• Manage NCRs and perform root cause analysis for timely resolutions.
• Monitor suppliers, subcontractors and project teams to ensure adherence to quality requirements.
• Collect and maintain quality records, inspection reports, test reports and handover documentation.

Skills

Quality management

Electrical substations

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Vendor management

Quality plans

Job description

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition acrosscurrent and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Project Site Engineer responsible for ensuring that all engineering, procurement, construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities are executed in accordance with the Project Quality Plan, contract requirements, applicable standards, customer specifications and regulatory requirements. The role supports the delivery of high-quality substation projects by driving quality assurance, monitoring quality control activities, identifying non-conformances and promoting continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle

Location, Dublin (Hybrid)

(Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position)

How you'll make an impact:

• Develop, implement and maintain project-specific Quality Plans, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures and inspection checklists.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications and statutory requirements, including IEC, IEEE, customer specifications, and company quality management systems.
• Coordinate and monitor quality inspections, witness tests, factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Review engineering drawings, technical documentation, method statements and work procedures to verify compliance with quality requirements and identify potential discrepancies.
• Conduct site quality inspections and audits to verify that construction and installation activities are performed in accordance with approved documentation and project requirements.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), ensuring timely resolution and effective root cause analysis.
• Monitor suppliers, subcontractors and project teams to ensure adherence to quality requirements throughout manufacturing, installation and commissioning phases.
• Collect, review and maintain quality records, inspection reports, test reports, certificates and handover documentation to support project completion and customer acceptance.
• Support project teams in identifying quality risks and implementing mitigation measures to minimise rework, delays and cost impacts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analysing quality performance trends, lessons learned and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide quality guidance, coaching and support to engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and construction teams.
• Participate in customer, regulatory and certification audits and support successful project quality reviews.

Your Background:

• Strong knowledge of electrical substation design, construction, testing and commissioning processes.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001 principles and auditing methodologies.
• Experience managing quality documentation, inspections, quality records and project handover packages.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings and applicable industry standards.
• Leading quality initiatives across multiple workstreams within complex substation projects.
• Providing technical guidance, coaching and review of the work performed by less experienced engineers and inspectors.
• Driving resolution of complex quality issues involving engineering, manufacturing, construction and commissioning activities.
• Influencing project decisions through expert quality advice while ensuring customer and contractual requirements are met

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Inclusive and collaborative work environment where everyone feels valued and respected

• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Strong company pension and comprehensive benefits package
• Company-sponsored medical insurance plan
• Maternity, paternity, parental leave
• Fitness & health benefits (access to gyms, studios, on-demand exercise classes and library of wellness apps)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commitment to health & safety, supported by structured training and ongoing development
• We operate in a hybrid work environment and work on updating our people lead flexible benefits on a regular basis.

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations and some flexible benefits may require employee contribution.

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.