Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi; Pomezia; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Plan

Lunch ticket or canteen

Health Insurance

Pension Fund

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Well-being platform

Family Care Benefits

Parking and Partnerships (gyms, stores

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY ITALY S.P.A. seeks an Electrical engineer for service and commissioning of substations in Italy, based in Rome area. You will manage HV protection systems and SCADA/RTU testing, coordinate with sites and third-party teams, and contribute to safe, on-time project delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 80% travel, and fluency in Italian and English. FAT/SAT participation and strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in P&C site commissioning of substations.
• Experience with test devices, Omicron and ISA.
• Proven experience on Hitachi Microscada and RTU560.
• Knowledge of PLC automation commissioning.
• Knowledge of IEC104/101 and 61850 protocols.
• Knowledge of networking.
• Fluency in Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Perform service and commissioning activities at customer sites.
• Adhere to commissioning schedule and safety requirements.
• Produce progress reports and obtain client sign-off.
• Coordinate with site manager and third-party providers.
• Attend FAT and SAT as required.

Skills

Electrical engineering

P&C site commissioning

IEC 61850

IEC 104/101

RTU/SCADA testing

Networking knowledge

Italian & English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Technical Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Omicron

ISA

Hitachi Microscada

RTU560

PLC automation

Job description

Location:

Rome, Lazio, Italy

Job ID:

R0134620

Date Posted:

2026-10-19

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY ITALY S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity
For our Business Unit Grid Automation based in Santa Palomba - Rome, with site-time across Italy expected , we are looking for a talent who will be responsible for service and commissioning, ensuring completion of all activities efficiently, in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

How you’ll make an impact

You will be working within our Service & Commissioning team, enjoying trouble-shooting, having a can-do attitude to resolve technical issues at sites and focusing on finalize customer acceptance certification.
Ensure adherence to the commissioning schedule up to the handover, working independently with limited supervision, giving feedbacks to the organization to apply lessons learned process.
Implement commissioning design changes and provides mark-ups for as built project documentation and in some specific projects being coordinate with the site manager and third party providers.
Ensure progress reports are produced in accordance with client and satisfactory sign-off is obtained. Safety Observation Tours will be conducted regularly to report and mitigate potential HSE Hazards.
Execute activities on site related to service and commissioning of HV protection system and Scada/RTU system preparation and testing.
Independent in Snag list handling and resolution
Assist in technical discussion with customers during commissioning activities.
Attending FAT and SAT as required.

Your background

Bachelor Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Technical Diploma or equivalent qualifications and experience;
Experience in P&C site commissioning of substations;
Experience with test devices (Omicron, Isa);Proven Experience on Hitachi Microscada and RTU560 product;Knowledge of PLC automation commissioning;Knowledge of IEC104/101 and 61850 protocol;Knowledge of Networking and network Device;
Strong communication and problem solving skills;
Flexibility to travel to client sites as required (80%);
Fluency in Italian and English.

More about us

We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.
The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:

• Starting from:38000 € gross

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

Our benefits offering for this rolegenerally includes:

• Incentive Plan, Lunch ticket or canteen, Health Insurance, Pension Fund, Welfare, Flexible working hours, Hybrid work model,Well-being platform, Family Care Benefits, Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores).

Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

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