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Hitachi Energy

Senior Commissioning Engineer

Fredericia, Denmark

You will be part of a dedicated and skilled commissioning team within our Grid Integration business - Nordic Cluster (Sweden, Finland & 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 Sweden, Finland 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 & commissioning of HV & MV Substations, including HV/MV switchgears, transformers, AC&DC Aux systems, control & protection systems, etc.
  • Takes part in pre-commissioning meeting, planning and documentation preparation.
  • Follow the instructions of electrical safety and other HSE instructions in accordance with Hitachi/customer requirements.
  • Coordinate the on-site commissioning activities together with Project Manager, Site Manager and Project Manager Engineering.
  • Support tendering by providing commissioning plan and time/cost estimation.
  • Will 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 and testing of the relay protection (e.g. RET670/REF615)
  • Experience and knowledge of testing in digital stations according to IEC 61850 is a plus.
  • Experience in Substation Engineering projects from tendering stage all the way to lab testing and on-site implementation
  • You have a strong sense of safety, quality and responsibility and are willing to share knowledge & experience.
  • You are fluent in English written and spoken alike. Knowledge of Swedish, Finish or Danish language is a plus.

What we offer

  • Collective agreement
  • Flexible working time
  • Health care and wellness allowance
  • Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
  • Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
  • Various trainings and education supporting employee development
  • Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
  • Supplementary compensation for parental leave
  • Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
  • More benefits could be connected to this specific role

Additional information
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply no later than 18/8! 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!

Recruiting Manager, Branko Planojevic, branko.planojevic@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Sveriges Ingenjörer: Stefan Andersson, +4610 7380821; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Håkan Kempel hakan.kempel@hitachienergy.com.

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Client-provided location(s): 5500 Middelfart, Denmark; Vaasa, Finland; Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-87823
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
  • 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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