Project Lead Engineer - Substation Automation, Control & Protection

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Project Lead Engineer to lead and coordinate engineering activities across medium to high-complexity Grid Automation projects.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective execution of engineering deliverables while meeting contractual requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations.

This position requires approximately 25% travel.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Serve as the technical lead and design authority for engineering deliverables across multiple disciplines.
• Develop base designs for substation automation, control, and protection systems.
• Verify the implementation of base designs during detailed engineering phases.
• Coordinate all technical activities throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Review and approve technical documentation in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Collaborate closely with customers to define, shape, and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical and cross-functional project risks.
• Support project management with engineering budget monitoring, forecasting, and cost-to-complete assessments

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in substation automation, protection, and control systems.
• Native-level Spanish proficiency is required. English proficiency at C1 level or higher is required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.

More about us
A holistic range of competitive benefit program to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language trainings, Coaching & Assessments.

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Client-provided location(s): Madrid, Spain

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-204973

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-07-10T23:44:22