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Secondary Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

  • HNC/HND in a related engineering field with 5 years of applicable experience, or 9 years of experience in lieu of the qualification
  • Proven knowledge of Transmission or Distribution practices (e.g., 400 kV to 11 kV)
  • Strong teamwork, analytical and communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office and AutoCAD; electricity supply industry experience and familiarity with DNO/National Grid standards and drawing practices

Requirements:

  • Design, check and approve protection and control (PC) schemes and associated auxiliary systems in line with standards (ISO 9001, TPs, NGTs, ESIs, BS, IEC, etc.)
  • Provide technical support and develop Work Breakdown Structures for tendering; assist with Design Intent Documents and technical specifications
  • Deliver projects in line with program schedules, producing regular updates and documentation such as schematic diagrams, LVAC battery sizing, cable sizing and related drawings
  • On BIM projects, act as Task Information Manager/Team Interface Manager as required and lead client meetings; independently carry out design reviews

Job description

Location:

Remote - England, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0110706

Date Posted:

2025-11-20

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The Opportunity

This opportunity will be ideal for anyone with a passion and desire to deliver within applications engineering, we are looking for someone with an eye for detail and able to prepare documentation and diagrams.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and delivering design for protection and control system and associated auxiliary system at Transmission and Distribution levels.

You will be respected internally for your technical skills and your ability to deliver what our clients require, on time and on budget. You will be able to confidently deliver packages of work in the field of Secondary Engineering.

Please note you will be required to be onsite at our central Birmingham office 2/3 days per month or when required by the business. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.


How you’ll make an impact

  • To design check & approve P&C schemes in accordance with established standards such as ISO 9001, TPs, NGTs, ESIs, BS, IEC Standards, etc.

  • Provide technical support, Work Breakdown Structures for tendering.

  • Work in line with project programs and create regular updates.

  • Enable effective project delivery by assisting with preparation of Design Intent Documents, Tech Specs for Plant and P&C equipment, Schematic Diagrams, LVAC & battery sizing, cable sizing & settings, Approving WDs, cable schedules, core sheets, etc.

  • On a BIM project assume the role of ‘Task Information Manager/Task Team Interface Manager or Task Team Manager’ (as required), for all detailed roles and responsibilities see the BIM Manual.

  • Able to directly liaise with clients in a confident manner and lead meetings with clients

  • An ability to deliver technically excellent engineering designs and consultancy services

  • Independently carry out design and review on Projects


 

Your Background

  • Minimum qualification of HNC/HND in the related engineering field and 5 years of applicable experience or minimum of 9 years’ experience in lieu of HNC / HND.

  • Proven knowledge of Transmission or Distribution practices (400kV to 11 kV)

  • Good teamwork, Analytical and communication skills

  • Ability in working to tight deadlines and working in high pressurised environments

  • Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office, Autocad.

  • Electricity supply industry experience

  • Understanding / Knowledge of Distribution Network Operator / National Grid etc. standards and drawing practices.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

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