Electrical Project Engineer - Secondary Systems

Career opportunities in Europe

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time by advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are able to deliver on this great promise because we have great people who everyday work and innovate collaboratively across the globe.

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Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service global product group is a world-leading provider of grid connections and power quality solutions that enable our customers to build a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. We leverage our long-standing technology leadership, vast integration expertise, huge installed base and global footprint to provide our customers with life-cycle value solutions at the lowest risk. Our customers are in the utility, renewables, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors.

Our business in Europe has more than 1,000 skilled professionals focused on critical areas of expertise and is present in 16 countries.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe (HBUEU), diversity 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.

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a Secondary Engineer to join our team in Rotterdam.

As a Secondary (electrical) engineer, you play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical systems across various applications and projects. Your expertise ensures the safe and efficient operation of electrical components. As an experienced professional, you apply practical knowledge gained through advanced education and work experience.

We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute to our team so don't hesitate to apply even though you don't fulfill all requirements.

Your responsibilities

• You will act as a role model for the behavior required to support a quality and continuous improvement and collaborate with design teams to create electrical solutions for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
• You will ensure compliance with safety standards and electrical engineering codes, along with proper cable routing and connection points, and validate protection and control schemes.
• Select appropriate equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, and protection relays.
• You will work closely with construction teams during substation or facility development.
• Oversee the installation of switchgear, control panels, and other electrical components
• Conduct functional tests to verify the reliability and safety of electrical systems.
• You will collaborate with testing teams to ensure seamless integration and adhere to local regulations and industry standards.
• Prepare accurate as-built drawings reflecting the actual installation along with facilitating the handover process to utility operators.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• You have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or something similar.
• You have a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
• Work independently with general supervision.
• Influence others within the field by explaining facts, policies, and best practices.
• You combine technical expertise with practical application to contribute to the success of electrical projects.
• Fluency in English and Dutch knowledge is a definite asset.