Protection & Control Automation Lead

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation 

What We Offer

• Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

• Career Growth: Enjoy excellent career opportunities in a global company that supports your professional development.

• Supportive Team: Be part of a team with inspiring colleagues who collaborate and support each other.

• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements.

• Competitive Benefits: Receive a competitive salary and pension plan.

The opportunity

Are you ready to power the future with Hitachi Energy? Join our innovative team as a Protection & Control Automation Lead and play a crucial role in shaping the energy landscape.

As Automation Lead Expert  you will be leader for automation, control and protection and communication parts of complex tenders and project execution characterized by

• large volume projects or frame agreements

• high risk opportunities

• extensive, non-standard tender documentation deliverables

• complex delivery model with many teams and units involved in international projects

Your responsibilities:

• Act as a technical lead and design authority for engineering deliverables, installation and commissioning activities of automation, control and protection and communication scope of supply;

• Work with the customer to architect & provide solutions to drive the delivery of innovative improvements and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

• Collaborate with the supply chain function to identify potential vendors for requisite equipment and materials, cross-check offers with specifications, supplier quotations based on a suitable product mix and considering both technical and commercial aspects

• Manage the sales support within the sales process including tender and risk review, strategic definition of the scope of delivery, definition of suitable terms and conditions, provision of bills of materials, estimated engineering hours.

• Create and execute strategies for risk and opportunity management in own area of responsibility.

• Create work plans and cost estimates in own area of responsibility. Review and approve scope, budget and schedule

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and mitigate potential risks

• Support Contract Manager in its functional field (new/change in scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications).

Your background:

• Master’s degree in Power System, Electrical Engineering or similar, ideally with a focus on electrical power system.

• Technical Background in Substation automation, control and protection, OT Network and CS; ideally in OEM international companies

• Minimum of 10+ years of project execution know how as Lead engineer or technical project management in the field of substation automation, control and protection & OT Network cyber security.

• Experience in the industrial control system / SAS / SCS with knowledge in HMI/SCADA system design, familiarity of communication protocols used in substations/windfarms, Network (L2-L3) architecture, OT Cyber security.

• Ability to lead virtual teams and deliver results in a functional/project organization without direct reports and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

• Good understanding of various IEC standards such as 61850 (network & communication), 60870-5-104 (NCC), 62443 (CS), 61892 (installation), 61869 CT, 62439-3 PRP/HSR etc.

• Willingness to travel (up to 20%)

• Excellent command on English is mandatory, additional European language skills are a plus

More About Us

Bring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career. Join Hitachi and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams.

Hitachi Energy complementary strengths, we plan to form a new and stronger global leader in the power sector. Hitachi Energy will have more than 230 years of combined heritage and experience. Join us on this exciting journey.

Talent Partner , Lauren Dolphin lauren.dolphin@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions on the position.

Would you like to help us develop the technology of tomorrow? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

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