Project Site Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous bonus

Annual leave

Pension

Medical insurance

Parental leave

Gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Health & safety training

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU) is seeking a Project Site Engineer in Dublin (Hybrid) to lead quality assurance for complex substation projects. You will develop QA plans, review drawings and procedures, and drive inspections and commissioning activities to ensure full regulatory and contractual compliance.

You will coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams, manage NCRs, and mentor engineers over project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical substation design, construction, testing and commissioning processes.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems, 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.

Responsibilities

• 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, FAT, 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 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.

Skills

Electrical substation design

Quality assurance

Inspection & testing

Non-conformance management

Technical coaching

Documentation management

Quality improvement

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.

• Generous bonus scheme rewarding performance
• 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
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment where everyone feels valued and respected
• 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.