Senior Project Engineer

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Training & development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU) seeks an experienced Electrical Substation engineer to lead design for Primary Equipment, Protection and Control systems at Transmission and Distribution levels. You will deliver complete engineering packages with attention to cost, schedule and safety.

This hybrid role is based in Dublin with three days in the office. You will coordinate across disciplines, liaise with clients, review drawings and deliver high-quality technical solutions for complex substations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of BEng (honours) in a related engineering field and 5 years of applicable experience.
• Proven knowledge of transmission or distribution practices (220kV to 11kV).
• Primary and/or secondary substation experience.
• Strong teamwork, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office and Autocad.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for Primary Equipment, Protection and Control systems and associated auxiliary systems.
• Coordinate engineering disciplines across projects and provide technical support.
• Prepare complete project documents, cost estimates and schedules.
• Check and approve P&C schemes per established standards.
• Liaise directly with clients and lead meetings.
• Develop Design Intent Documents, Tech Specs, schematics and cables sizing.
• Support testing, installation and commissioning activities.

Skills

BEng honours

5+ years

Transmission/Distribution

Substation design

AutoCAD

MS Office

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BEng honours in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

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.

This opportunity will be ideal for anyone with a passion and desire to deliver within Electrical Substation engineering, we are looking for someone with an eye for detail and able to prepare documentation and diagrams. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and delivering design for Primary Equipment, Protection and Control systems and associated auxiliary systems at Transmission and Distribution levels. You will be respected internally for your technical skills and your ability to deliver what our clients require, on time and on budget. You will be able to confidently deliver packages of work in the field of both Primary & Secondary Substation Engineering.

Location, (Hybrid) with 3 days in Dublin Office

How you'll make an impact:

• Engineering development: Ensuring that engineering is developed with complete information and/or that all multidisciplinary information has been included. Leading development of new solutions for complex projects and challenges.
• Engineering Lead: Driving completion of all engineering activities on the project. Coordinating engineering discipline across several projects. Providing technical support for testing, installation, and commissioning activities. May act as a design authority for a particular engineering discipline (Primary/Secondary) and completes engineering assignments for that discipline.
• Engineering Project Management: Preparing complete project documents in area of responsibility. Providing cost effective quality solutions and delivering within budget and contract. Ensuring adherence to safety standards and mitigation of potential risks. Creating work plans and cost estimates. Reviewing and approving scope, budget and schedule for assignments.
• To design check & approve P&C schemes in accordance with established standards such as ISO 9001, TPs, NGTs, ESIs, BS, IEC Standards, etc.
• Provide technical support, Work Breakdown Structures for tendering.
• Work in line with project programs and create regular updates.
• Enable effective project delivery by assisting with preparation of Design Intent Documents, Tech Specs for Plant and P&C equipment, Schematic Diagrams, LVAC & battery sizing, cable sizing & settings, Approving WDs, cable schedules, core sheets, etc.
• On a BIM project assume the role of 'Task Information Manager / Task Team Interface Manager or Task Team Manager' (as required), for all detailed roles and responsibilities see the BIM Manual.
• Able to directly liaise with clients in a confident manner and lead meetings with clients
• An ability to deliver technically excellent engineering designs and consultancy services

Your Background:

• Minimum qualification of BEng (honours) in a related engineering field and 5 years of applicable experience.
• Proven knowledge of Transmission or Distribution practices (220kV to 11 kV)
• Primary (yard/equipment) and/or secondary (protection & control) substation experience
• Good teamwork, Analytical and communication skills
• Ability in working to tight deadlines and working in high pressurised environments
• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office, Autocad.
• Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes and tools.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and a high level of self-motivation, curiosity, and desire to learn about new technologies.
• Understanding / Knowledge of Distribution Network Operator / National Grid etc. standards and drawing practices
• Coaching and reviewing the work of team members

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes.
• Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes.
• Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
• 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.