Senior Site Project Engineer

About the role

Join Hitachi Energy as a Senior Site Project Engineer, supporting critical power infrastructure and ensuring reliable, sustainable energy delivery. You will apply deep technical expertise in Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems, working on installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting across diverse customer projects.

Key responsibilities

• Perform installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of GIS equipment, including circuit breakers, disconnectors, and earthing switches.
• Conduct routine inspections, diagnostic testing, and preventive maintenance on GIS systems to identify and address potential issues.
• Troubleshoot complex GIS malfunctions, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and execute maintenance procedures and schedules in line with manufacturer specifications and industry best practices.
• Share technical knowledge and guide technicians and engineers on GIS operation and maintenance.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams on GIS design reviews, upgrades, retrofits, and modifications.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, testing results, and equipment performance data.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements during GIS operations.
• Prepare technical reports, service documentation, and recommendations related to GIS performance and reliability.
• Support emergency response activities and provide timely assistance during critical equipment failures.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience working with Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems.
• Strong knowledge of GIS components, operating principles, and common failure modes.
• Proven experience in GIS installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Required skills

• Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) expertise
• GIS installation and commissioning
• GIS maintenance and preventive testing
• GIS troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis
• Knowledge of circuit breakers, disconnectors, and earthing switches
• Technical reporting and documentation