Lead Engineer, GIS Projects & Substations

Hitachi Energy; Dammam; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Lead Engineer – Primary to design, communicate, and implement an operational plan for engineering projects including GIS infrastructure, equipment, and related services.

The role requires 8–10 years in GIS, a bachelor’s in electrical/mechanical engineering, and fluency in English and Arabic. You will lead engineering activities, prepare designs and specifications, and coordinate procurement and subcontractors on large-scale substations and GIS projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering.
• 8–10 years of GIS experience.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic (written & spoken).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for tendering and execution of GIS-based projects.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and BOQ for engineered GIS items.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain for procurement of materials and services.
• Lead discussions with customers and address site queries.
• Review deliverables before client submission.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and Hitachi Energy procedures.

Skills

GIS project leadership

Gas insulated switchgear

Electrical engineering

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Lead Engineer – Primary to design, communicate, and implement an operational plan for engineering projects including GIS infrastructure, equipment, and related services.

The role requires 8–10 years in GIS, a bachelor’s in electrical/mechanical engineering, and fluency in English and Arabic. You will lead engineering activities, prepare designs and specifications, and coordinate procurement and subcontractors on large-scale substations and GIS projects.