Senior I&C Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior I&C Engineer to lead installation and commissioning of high voltage GIS projects worldwide. You will ensure safety, QA compliance, and coordination with project teams on site, with a focus on live-system work and documentation.

The role demands a degree in Electrical Engineering, GIS/SF6 experience, and fluent English and Arabic for effective site collaboration and client communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• GIS experience (2–5 years) preferred.
• Experience with SF6 gas-handling is required or preferred.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic is required.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals and deliverables with management and stakeholders.
• Oversee installation and commissioning work to ensure technical quality.
• Ensure compliance with installation requirements and safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with sub-suppliers and project management on progress and risks.
• Inspect materials on arrival and manage documentation and testing.
• Supervise final installation tests and site meetings as required.
• Adhere to external/internal regulations and Hitachi Energy values.

Skills

English fluency

Arabic fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

GIS

SF6 Gas Handling

HV Equipment Knowledge

Job description

The opportunity

The scope of work of Senior I&C Engineer covers all the activities/actions required to enable switching systems to be successfully installed, repaired and any faults eliminated.

The scope of work of Senior I&C Engineer covers 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. You will represent 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. You will embody the PG QA philosophy, considering the special conditions on the construction sites.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Responsible for the installation & commissioning work entrusted to him being carried out in perfect technical order Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• 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. Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Advice the sub-suppliers installation superintendent in planning and coordination of the work force necessary to comply with the schedule.
• Cooperation with PG 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-suppliers procedures.
• Issue of non-conformance reports for damage or missing equipment within PG scope of supply in cooperation with PG Project Manager.
• Supervise final installation & commissioning tests and PG installation completion documentation.
• Supervise and coordinate the loop check activities & Participation at site meetings as requested by the PG-CH Project Manager.
• 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.
• 2-5 Years of experience in GIS is preferred.
• Previous experience with SF6 GAS-Handling.
• GIS & HV Products knowledge is preferred.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written in English & Arabic language is required.

Publication date : 2026-08-27