Senior Project Engineer - SAS

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 374,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company based in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Substation Automation Systems. The role involves preparing project designs, monitoring progress, and providing technical support for Micro SCADA and RTU-related projects. Candidates should have a degree in electrical or communication engineering, with 5–8 years of experience in power grids. Fluency in English and knowledge of cybersecurity standards are essential. Join us in powering a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in power grids and Micro SCADA.
• Strong design capability in control or power systems engineering.
• Familiar with OT Security practices and substation network design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Monitor project progress and resolve operational problems.
• Create project designs and coordinate engineering activities.

Skills

Micro SCADA

RTU560 series

Cybersecurity standards

Problem-solving skills

Communication protocols

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical or communication engineering

Tools

Fluent English

Fortinet/NOZOMI/IEC62443 certification

Job description

You as a Senior Project Engineer - Substation Automation System (SAS) will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will be authorized for an engineering discipline with medium to high complexity. Completing engineering assignments for Micro SCADA or RTU on multiple projects cost‑effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, delivery time, quality standards, and safety requirements.

How you’ll make an impact

Preparing designs, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new infrastructure, facilities, equipment, etc.

Extensive knowledge of Micro SCADA, RTU560 series, REx670 IEDs, and regional cybersecurity standards, including the implementation of Next‑Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and Host‑based Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS).

Monitoring progress and performing 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, and external contractors.

Taking full responsibility for creating the project design, engineering activities, and testing MicroSCADA and RTU‑related projects from conceptual design to final build status and coordinating the engineering discipline across several projects with external and internal stakeholders.

Providing technical support for testing, QC, installation, and commissioning activities and preparing proposals or presentations of engineering solutions based on customer specifications and budget requirements.

Performing factory acceptance testing with the customer to prove system readiness and supporting project managers in issuing claims including new or change in scope of work, cost impact, time impact, and risk qualifications.

Providing cost‑effective quality solutions as per requirements and delivering within time, budget, and contract.

Creating work plans and cost estimates and reviewing and approving scope, budgeting and scheduling for assignments and ensures quality deliverables on time and within targeted cost.

Acting as the focal point for customer interaction, officials, contractors, and others promoting Hitachi Energy's working principles and ethics and attending project meetings and presenting specific aspects of engineering assignments. Training, coaching, supporting, and providing technical advice to customers and colleagues elevating their knowledge and technical skills.

Problems facing are often complex and require extensive investigation and analysis. Requiring ability to influence others to accept practices and approaches, and ability to communicate and influence in project executions.

Manage Project schedule, timelines, budget, and timesheet.

You will be 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 or master’s degree in electrical or communication engineering.

Minimum 05 to 08 years of experience in power grids and knowledge of Micro SCADA, RTUs, communication networks, and their interfaces.

Strong design capability experience in the engineering discipline of control systems or power systems.

Experience in industry standards communication protocols IEC61850, IEC101, IEC104, DNP3.0, Modbus etc. and understanding of IEDs and relay functionalities.

Fortinet/NOZOMI/IEC62443 certification will be value added.

Familiar with modern practices in OT Security. Knowledge of substation network topology design.

Design secure OT network architectures including segmentation, firewalls, and DMZs.

Implement access controls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection.

Ability to be self‑motivated with strong problem‑solving skills. Ability to manage critical and complex products and systems.

Liaise with vendors and contractors to ensure secure integration of third‑party systems.

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.