GIS I&C Specialist

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a motivated GIS I&C Specialist to install, commission, and troubleshoot high voltage GIS systems (PGHV) worldwide. You will lead on-site activities, ensure safety and QA compliance, and coordinate with project managers and subcontractors to meet schedules and quality standards.

Ideal candidates hold an Electrical Engineering degree with 2–5 years GIS experience, knowledge of SF6 handling, and proficiency in MS Project, plus strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 2–5 years of GIS experience preferred.
• Experience with SF6 gas handling and PGHV knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Project advised for scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission high voltage GIS systems at sites.
• Ensure compliance with installation requirements and safety guidelines.
• Prepare and mark up red-line drawings with changes during installation.
• Coordinate with sub-suppliers and project manager to align on schedule.
• Inspect incoming materials for completeness and coordinate handling.
• Issue non-conformance reports for damaged or missing equipment.
• Supervise final installation tests and site documentation.
• Participate in site meetings and coordinate loop-check activities.
• Ensure task execution aligns with company safety and QA policies.

Skills

GIS Experience

English Proficiency

Electrical Engineering background

SF6 Gas Handling

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic GIS I&C Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be working as a GIS I&C Specialist to cover all the activities/actions required to enable switching systems to be successfully installed, repaired and any faults eliminated. You will be responsible for installation of high voltage systems worldwide for PGHV. He/she represents PG in general through his presence and technical knowledge and PGHV specifically in dealings with the client at the installation site. The deadlines issued for each project are adhered to, whereby the cost-performance ratio must always be borne in mind in this respect. He/she embodies the PG QA philosophy, considering the special conditions on the construction sites. You will be responsible for the installation & commissioning work entrusted to him being carried out in perfect technical order.

How you’ll make an impact

• Carrying out installation and maintenance work independently.
• Ensuring compliance with the installation requirements and Instructions & ensures that the necessary accident prevention measures are observed; specifically, he abides by the guidelines for work on live system components.
• Responsible for red-mark drawings/documents with any changes or modification that became necessary during the installation.
• Advising the sub-supplier's installation superintendent in planning and coordination of the work force necessary to comply with the schedule.
• Cooperating with PG Project Manager on establishing status of completed and non-completed work.
• Inspecting of arriving material for completeness and possible damage and coordination of material handling in cooperation with sub-suppliers Material Control within sub-suppliers' procedures.
• Issuing non-conformance reports for damage or missing equipment within PG scope of supply in cooperation with PG Project Manager.
• Supervising final installation & commissioning tests and PG installation completion documentation.
• Supervising and coordinating the loop check activities and participation at site meetings as requested by the PG-CH Project Manager.
• Responsible for the competence execution of his tasks.
• Carry out any tasks that are assigned by management necessary to fulfil the job requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
  

Your background

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience with GIS is preferred.
• Previous experience with SF6 GAS-Handling and PGHV Transmission & Sub transmission GIS Product knowledge preferred.
• Having capability to use MS project professionally.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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