Commissioning Engineer (protection & control systems)
1 month ago• Rome, Italy
The opportunity
For our Business Unit Grid Automation based in Santa Palomba - Rome, with site-time across Italy expected , we are looking for a talent who will be responsible for service and commissioning, ensuring completion of all activities efficiently, in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
How you'll make an impact
- You will be working within our Service & Commissioning team, enjoying trouble-shooting, having a can-do attitude to resolve technical issues at sites and focusing on finalize customer acceptance certification.
- Ensure adherence to the commissioning schedule up to the handover, working independently with limited supervision, giving feedbacks to the organization to apply lessons learned process.
- Implement commissioning design changes and provides mark-ups for as built project documentation and in some specific projects being coordinate with the site manager and third party providers.
- Ensure progress reports are produced in accordance with client and satisfactory sign-off is obtained. Safety Observation Tours will be conducted regularly to report and mitigate potential HSE Hazards.
- Execute activities on site related to service and commissioning of HV protection system and Scada/RTU system preparation and testing.
- Independent in Snag list handling and resolution
- Assist in technical discussion with customers during commissioning activities.
- Attending FAT and SAT as required.
Your background
- Bachelor Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Technical Diploma or equivalent qualifications and experience;
- Experience in P&C site commissioning of substations;
- Experience with test devices (Omicron, Isa); Proven Experience on Hitachi Microscada and RTU560 product; Knowledge of PLC automation commissioning; Knowledge of IEC104/101 and 61850 protocol; Knowledge of Networking and network Device;
- Strong communication and problem solving skills;
- Flexibility to travel to client sites as required (80%);
- Fluency in Italian and English.
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Client-provided location(s): Rome, Italy
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-181677
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-12T23:35:12
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
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- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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