Control & Protection Engineer - Substation Automation

About the role

HITACHI ENERGY PORTUGAL, S.A. is looking for a project engineer to join its Substation Automation team in Perafita, Portugal. The engineer will cover the control and protection scope of substation automation projects worldwide, working with the project manager, the SCADA engineer and the customer. The role sits within the Hub Europe engineering community.

Key responsibilities

• Test and commission the configuration of Protection and Control IEDs for transmission and distribution substations according to customer specifications (main software: PCM600)
• Develop protection and control concepts for transmission and distribution systems with the project core team and in close collaboration with the customer
• Work continuously with the engineering and project management teams to deliver site works effectively
• Obtain utility approvals for commissioning of protection system main and backup relays, including scheme testing

Required profile

• Engineering diploma
• Proven experience as a control and protection engineer; entry-level experience can also be considered
• Excellent communication and customer interface skills, with multi-priority and multi-tasking ability
• Analytical and strategic approach
• Communication and presentation skills in Portuguese and English
• Willingness to travel in Portugal

What we offer

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits supporting financial security