Project Engineer

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Would you like to work on projects in the booming energy sector?

We are looking for a Project Engineer at Hitachi Energy, Grid Integration business. This role can be located anywhere in Finland (remote working), depending on the experience of the selected candidate. The preferred location, however, is in Vaasa, Tampere or Helsinki.

The business line designs and delivers complete substations for distribution and transmission grids. In close co-operation with customer and other Hitachi Energy teams we deliver solutions to many segments, such as,  renewables, battery energy storages, datacenters, industry, utilities and green hydrogen sector. We are offering an interesting position in an international project environment and various development possibilities in the areas of design and engineering, research and development.

Since the work is conducted in projects, with every case being unique, your role will be very varying, such as responsibility for all activities related to substation primary (high voltage systems) design, which includes everything from base design to final delivery. Examples of daily activities are developing design drawings, generating basic documents for construction and performing engineering calculations.  At Hitachi Energy, you will have the opportunity to test your engineering skills in various types of projects, both in Finland and abroad.

Your responsibilities

• Prepare and review, or oversee, substation documents such as switchyard layout, cable routing,  earthing and installation drawings.
• Ensure that the high-voltage systems are designed and executed according to the given specifications and regulations.
• Participate in installation supervision at site or provide support to site team from office.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project integration and successful outcomes in international project environment.
• Living core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business.

Your background

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in electrical, mechanical or civil engineering.
• Basic knowledge of applicable standards (EN, IEC, SFS).
• Good verbal and written skills in English. Other language skills (e.g., Finnish, Swedish or Danish) are considered as an advantage.
• Previous experience on high voltage power systems or MV/HV switchgears is considered as an advantage
• Knowledge in CAD tools, e.g. AutoCAD or Revit, is preferable.
• Ability to clearly communicate internally and with customers in order to successfully collaborate, coordinate, and resolve project related activities and issues. 
• Ability to make things happen
• Willingness to enter into international projects
• Travel is required; up to 10% both domestic and international.

Ready for a new exciting challenge? Apply for the position by July 31, 2024. We will initiate interviews as candidates apply and position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

For more information about this role, please contact Juha-Matti Huhtanen, Engineering Manager (Primary), tel. +358 50 33 41145.

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.