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Experienced Commissioning Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Experienced Commissioning Engineer

Fredericia, Denmark

We are now looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer at Hitachi Energy. You will be part of a dedicated and skilled commissioning team within our Grid Integration business - Nordic Cluster (Finland, Sweden and Denmark). As a commissioning engineer, you are accountable for pre-commissioning and commissioning activities in our projects (e.g. HV substations for utilities, industry, data centers, etc.). You will also have opportunities to improve our quality and cost footprint by contributing to the base design platform, our commissioning and engineering processes, and tools.

We are looking for a variety of people to join our team so don't hesitate to apply even though you don't meet all requirements. We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with. Since we are delivering a variety of interesting projects in substation business (within Finland, Sweden and Denmark, and some export projects also), this gives you opportunity to try and prove yourself in different engineering roles and to have a good balance between office and site works, travelling, and your private life.

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Your responsibilities

  • Perform the testing and commissioning of HV & MV Substations, including HV/MV switchgears, power and aux transformers, AC & DC auxiliary systems, control and protection systems, etc.
  • Take part in pre-commissioning meetings, commissioning planning activities and documentation preparation (e.g. FAT documentation, Site ITPs & ITRs, Method Statements, Control programs, etc.).
  • Organize and perform FAT of C&P equipment in our test lab.
  • Follow the instructions of electrical safety and other HSE instructions in accordance with Hitachi/customer requirements.
  • Coordinate on-site commissioning activities together with Project Manager, Site Manager and Project Manager Engineering and other functions involved.
  • Support tendering by providing commissioning plan and time/cost estimation.
  • Act as commissioning leader/manager in particular projects, if appointed.
  • Develop entry-level engineers through the sharing of knowledge and experience.
  • Live Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for ourselves while caring for our colleagues and our business.

Your background

  • A Bachelor's Degree or above in the area of electrical engineering or similar
  • A few years of working experience with commissioning of Substations.
  • Strong competence on the on-site testing of key components in Substation.
  • Experience in settings/configuring and testing of the relay protection (e.g. RET, REB, REF series, or other vendors IEDs)
  • Experience in commissioning of data centers substations is a plus (e.g. Microsoft, Google, Apple)
  • Experience and knowledge of testing in digital substations according to IEC 61850 is a plus.
  • Experience in substation secondary design role, or as PME (Lead engineer) role is a plus.
  • Experience in substation engineering projects from tendering stage all the way to FAT testing and on-site implementation - SAT.
  • You have a strong sense of safety, quality and responsibility and are willing to share knowledge and experience.
  • You are fluent in English written and spoken alike. Knowledge of Finnish (or Swedish or Danish) language is a plus.

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply no later than 30 September 2024. Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today!

For more information about the role, please contact Branko Planojevic, Nordic Cluster Commissioning Manager, branko.planojevic@hitachienergy.com

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Marika Kuusisto, Talent Partner, at +358 50 335 8700.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world's energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

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Client-provided location(s): 5500 Middelfart, Denmark; Vaasa, Finland; Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-96319
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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