Project Lead Engineer-Primary

hitachi; Dammam; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY LTD in Dammam, Saudi Arabia seeks a Project Lead Engineer – Primary with 8–10 years in GIS. You will lead engineering activities, prepare designs and BOQs for GIS-related substations, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to meet project goals.

You will mentor apprentices and engineers, review technical documents, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining high quality and compliance with Hitachi Energy standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in Gas insulated Switchgear (GIS).
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects for GIS modules and substations.
• Prepare designs, project controls, schedules, cost estimates, and specifications for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Management for procurement of materials, equipment and services.
• Coach and review work of junior engineers and technicians; participate in project reviews.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and Hitachi Energy standards; drive on-time delivery and quality.

Skills

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering

Job description

Location: Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

Job ID: R0141326

Date Posted: 2026-09-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity

As a Project Lead Engineer – Primary, you will be focusing on designing, communicating, and implementing an operational plan for completing an engineering-based project including: Preparing designs, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new infrastructure, facilities, equipment, etc. Monitoring progress and performance against the project plan; taking action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays. Identifying, developing, and gathering the resources necessary to complete the project. May include preparing engineering standards, designs and work specifications; developing project schedules, budgets and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities may include: Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.

How you’ll make an impact

You will play a critical role in Providing technical support for tendering & Execution of Customer projects, preparation of Primary drawings & Bill of Quantities for Engineered items of Gas insulated Switchgears, Technical lead for Substations, Overall responsibility for managing and leading all engineering activities of the project, prepare specifications, check supplier’s offers & co-ordinate with Supply Chain Management for procurement of materials, equipment’s & Services.

• Lead & attend discussions with customers, handle site queries and take necessary actions.
• Helping apprentices, entry-level engineers, technicians, and support teams with design questions.
• Review of deliverables before submission to client.
• Review and preparation of technical documents for procurement of Current transformers and voltage transformers.
• Participate in customer meetings as required. Active participation in project review meeting.
• Active project contribution to reduce the lead time and cost of the offered GIS solution by developing a solution as per project technical requirements.
• Adhere to the detailed project plan to meet on time delivery.
• To ensure quality of deliverable as top priority.
• To focus on optimized solutions with benefit to customer and HE.
• Interface with civil, steel and application engineers on systems / solutions part from Hitachi Energy / EPC companies.
• You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy 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 in Electrical, Mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in Gas insulated Switchgear (GIS) roles.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written in English & Arabic language is required.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.