GIS Technical Advisor

Hitachi Energy; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in electrification is seeking a GIS Troubleshooting Specialist in Riyadh. You will oversee GIS system installations, ensure technical excellence, and maintain client satisfaction. The role requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and over 8 years of experience with GIS systems, including hands-on SF6 gas handling. The ideal candidate is proficient in English and aligned with core values of safety and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8+ years’ experience with GIS systems.
• Hands-on experience with SF6 gas handling.
• Familiarity with Hitachi Energy GIS products.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, repair, and fault elimination in GIS systems.
• Maintain client satisfaction adhering to project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with installation requirements.

Skills

GIS systems expertise

SF6 gas handling

Technical compliance

Client satisfaction

Project coordination

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

The opportunity

To build and grow the GIS Troubleshooting Specialist is responsible for overseeing all activities required to install, repair, and eliminate faults in GIS (Gas-Insulated Switchgear) systems.

This role represents Hitachi Energy's interests globally, ensuring technical excellence, project deadlines, and quality assurance standards are upheld.

The Specialist acts as Hitachi Energy’s technical ambassador at installation sites, maintaining client satisfaction while adhering to project schedules and cost-efficiency targets.

How You’ll Make An Impact

The GIS-Supervisor is responsible for the installation work entrusted to him being carried out in perfect technical order

He carries out installation and maintenance work independently

He is responsible for 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.

Shall be responsible to red-mark drawings / documents with any changes or modification that became necessary during the installation.

Advice the sub-supplier's installation superintendent in planning and coordination of the work force necessary to comply with the schedule.

Cooperation with HE Project Manager on establishing status of completed and non-completed work

Inspection of arriving material for completeness and possible damage and coordination of material handling in cooperation with sub-suppliers Material Control within sub-supplier's procedures.

Issue of non-conformance reports for damage or missing equipment within HE scope of supply in cooperation with HE Project Manager

Supervise final installation tests and ABB installation completion documentation

Supervise and coordinate the loop check activities & Participation at site meetings as requested by the HE-CH Project Manager

Responsible for the competence execution of his tasks.

Employee shall also 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 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 preferred.

Minimum of 8+ years’ experience with GIS systems.

Hands-on experience with SF6 gas handling.

Familiarity with Hitachi Energy GIS products

Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core.

Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.

We welcome you to apply today.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or diploma in electrical engineering and a minimum of 8 years of experience with GIS systems.

Hands-on experience with SF6 gas handling and familiarity with Hitachi Energy GIS products are also required.