Providing innovative energy solutions for a sustainable, electrified future.
Lead SLA, retrofit, and upgrade projects for substation control and protection systems.
6 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Onsite
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Service & Consulting
Install & Commission
Train & Develop
Assess & Secure
Parts & Maintain
Upgrade, Repair & Extend
Service Agreements
Asset & Work Management
Sector Specialisms
Utility
Industry
Transport
Infrastructure
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Automation
Digital Systems & Services
Role
Description
risk assessment
system testing
upgrades
work planning
customer acceptance
design docs
Conducts risk and opportunity assessments in real time during execution of service engineering activities to ensure safe implementation of the project philosophy and identification of potential variation requests to support contract claims. Reports early any contract/quality/program/cost issues to management, along with recommendations for resolution.
Performing modification, extension and upgrade works including scheme checks, system power up, components tests, final setting implementation, end to end tests, signal tests, Stability Tests, SAT, system integration support, communication verification, energization checks, etc.
Supports the tendering team to estimate the efforts required for service engineering activities and creates work plans for work in own area of responsibility and proactively performs and manages this work to deliver the agreed program on time, on quality and at targeted cost.
You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Ensuring that Hitachi Energy is presented as a professional organization in all interactions with the customer. Interfaces with customers and external providers for approval of plant acceptance criteria, open issues closure and acceptance tests. Coordinates site activities focused on finalizing customer acceptance certification.
Supports continuous improvement of project process and product and system design via provision of lessons learned feedback and issuing claims (new scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications etc.) Performs implementation of changes in design and commissioning as per management processes.
Follows and provides feedback on standard processes and tools. Ensures implementation of agreed processes and procedures to ensure that all site activities comply with the required safety regulations and satisfy contractual requirements.
Actively develops and coaches’ colleagues. Cultivates a network of engineering colleagues both within and outside own business unit. Takes initiative to develop and improve service offerings and solutions.
Represents the Service Engineering function at project and customer meetings. Contributing to the creation of the project execution philosophy and plan. Performs implementation of the project philosophy and plan.
Prepare project documentation such as Schedule, SAT, MoS, RA, Site Visit Reports, Incident Reports, RCA, etc. in coordination with TL & PM
Manages external organizations providing a Service Engineering team with equipment, systems or services (e.g. issues permitting work), provides guidance on health and safety requirements and work practices, accepts completion of works done).
Prepare design documentation, schematics, calculations, IED configurations, Test reports as per project requirements.
Performing preventative and corrective maintenance works, obtaining approvals from customers for Service Engineering activities on control and protection systems.
Requirements
substation protection
ot cybersecurity
hitachi ieds
ms office
bachelor’s degree
team leadership
Thorough knowledge and experience of Substation Control and Protection Systems for EHV, HV and MV systems including protection philosophies of busbar, line, transformer, reactor, capacitor, coupler, section, etc.
Thorough knowledge of protection philosophies, control and interlocking logics in substations.
Ability to lead and manage technicians.
In-depth product knowledge of both Hitachi Energy and competitor IEDs.
Intermediate knowledge of OT cybersecurity requirements.
Knowledge & experience on MS Office, IET, ITT, PCM, MiCOM, Digsi, etc.
A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.
Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
96% Renewables Integration
Clean Energy Solutions
Ensures that more than 96% of their projects involve renewable energy integration, supporting the transition to cleaner power systems.
99% Uptime
Grid Reliability
Achieves 99% uptime in their energy grid solutions, ensuring consistent and reliable power distribution.
700+ Charging Stations
EV Infrastructure Expansion
Deploys over 700 electric vehicle charging stations globally, driving EV adoption and supporting sustainable transportation.
Leads in energy management with pioneering technologies.
Focuses on renewable energy to drive cleaner and efficient power systems.
Provides solutions across energy generation, transmission, and distribution.
Operates in sectors including wind, solar, utilities, and transportation infrastructure.
Innovates in industrial automation with cutting-edge energy optimization systems.
Involved in electrifying remote regions for improved energy access.
Employs digital tools for data-driven grid improvements and performance enhancement.
Culture + Values
Harmony (Wa): embracing and respecting the unique qualities of our diverse employees, engaging in open discussions and uniting efforts once consensus is reached
Sincerity (Makoto): acting with ownership, honesty and integrity; addressing matters sincerely and learning from failures
Pioneering Spirit (Kaitakusha‑seishin): exploring uncharted territory with innovative approaches and taking on new challenges
Open collaboration and customer focus: co-creating solutions through global teaming to deliver customer success and societal progress
Culture of innovation: pushing boundaries, breaking records, evolving to meet today’s challenges with purpose-driven innovation
Environment + Sustainability
100% Fossil‑Free Electricity
CO₂ Reduction Achievement
100% fossil-free electricity in own operations reduces CO₂e by over 175,000 metric tons annually compared to 2019 levels.
80% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1+2 Emissions Target
Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1+2 emissions by 80% and Scope 3 emissions intensity by 55% by 2030.
Top 5% EcoVadis Rating
Sustainability Performance
Received EcoVadis gold rating in 2024, placing the company in the top 5% of over 130,000 assessed companies.
1,000Mt Avoided Emissions
Global Climate Contribution
Aim to contribute to avoiding 1,000 million metric tons of emissions through various sustainability initiatives.
Net‑zero target by 2050 with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation (Feb 2024)
Achieve carbon‑neutral own operations by 2030
CDP climate score: A‑ in 2023
Accelerate clean energy transition: focus on climate, circular economy (5R principles), biodiversity and ecosystems
Increase renewable‑enabled GW and improve service lifecycle value creation index annually
Inclusion & Diversity
45k+ Employees
Global Workforce
The company employs over 45,000 individuals from 150 different nationalities across 60+ countries, showcasing extensive global diversity.
25% Women Target
Workforce Representation
Aiming to have 25% of its employees and managers identify as women by the year 2025, reflecting a commitment to gender diversity.
500+ Colleagues
Leadership Development
Over 500 employees from 28 nationalities across 10 countries have engaged in a leadership development framework to foster inclusive growth.
~9-10 yrs Tenure
Employee Tenure
Employees maintain an average tenure of approximately 9 to 10 years, indicating a stable and experienced workforce.
Endorsed a global DEI strategy focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion across operations.
Incorporates leadership pillars ensuring DEI is integrated into hiring, growth, and development strategies.