Senior SCADA Project Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Porto; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being programs

Paid leave

Unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Financial security benefits

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a SCADA Project Engineer to design, implement, and maintain critical infrastructure control systems.

You will work within our Substation Automation domain, contributing to reliable and secure SCADA operations and collaborating with a global engineering community. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field, hands-on SCADA experience, and proficiency in English and Portuguese.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and hands-on SCADA experience.
• Experience with design, implementation, and maintenance of SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards and cybersecurity for ICS.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, configure, and commission SCADA systems, including HMI/SCADA software, PLCs, RTUs, and networks.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define system requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans for SCADA systems to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex SCADA issues across hardware, software, and network layers.
• Perform system upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization.
• Create and maintain documentation for SCADA systems and procedures.
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance teams.
• Stay current with SCADA technologies and cybersecurity threats.
• Participate in on-call rotations for critical system support.

Skills

SCADA systems

HMI/SCADA software

PLC programming

Industrial networks

ICS cybersecurity

Team collaboration

Portuguese language

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering

Tools

MicroSCADA

Job description

Interested to contribute to the energy transition by making the electrical grid smarter, greener and stronger? Then, we have following a great opportunity for you within our operating unit for Substation Automation systems!

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, flexible and curious project engineer to strengthen our innovative engineering team, that is specialized in the control & protection area of substation automation projects.

As a SCADA project engineer, you will be responsible for the to the design, implementation, and maintenance of our critical infrastructure control systems. This role involves ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and security of SCADA systems across various projects.

You will be part of a large world-class engineering community within our Hub Europe organization, surrounded by colleagues with many years of expertise and knowhow on executing large and complex substation automation projects globally. Truly a great working environment to learn, to develop and to contribute to our company’s vision of advancing the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible and secure!

How you will make an impact

• Design, develop, configure, and commission SCADA systems, including HMI/SCADA software, PLCs, RTUs, and communication networks.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define system requirements and specifications.
• Develop and execute test plans for SCADA systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex SCADA system issues, including hardware, software, and network problems.
• Perform system upgrades, migrations, and performance optimizations.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for SCADA systems, including design specifications, user manuals, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Stay current with emerging SCADA technologies, industry best practices, and cybersecurity threats.
• Participate in on-call rotations for critical system support as required.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Relevant experience in SCADA system design, implementation, and maintenance.
• Proven expertise with major SCADA platforms (e.g., MicroSCADA).
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, IEC60870-104, IEC61850).
• Experience with PLC programming (e.g. RTUtil RTU500).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles applied to industrial control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, in Portuguese and English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

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 work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

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

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well‑being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.