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Project Lead /Primary Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Project Lead /Primary Engineer

Al Khānkah, Egypt

The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Project Lead /Primary Engineer to join our team. In this role you will be coordinating the project engineering deliverables in the capacity of Project Lead Engineer or Primary Engineer. Coordination with all internal and external stakeholders for delivery of engineering deliverables as per project requirement.

How you'll make an impact

  • Preparation of overall equipment layouts, equipment arrangement layouts for AIS and GIS substations, earthing, cable routes, lightning protection layouts, electrical clearances, cut out drawings and civil guides, foundation layouts etc.
  • Preparation of design calculations for AIS and GIS substation - short circuit forces, cantilever strength, conductor sizing, cable ampacity, earthing system, lightning protection system etc.
  • Supplier document review for AIS and GIS equipment, power and auxiliary transformers, earthing transformer, MV switchgear etc.
  • Preparation of BOQ for primary equipment, gantries & equipment support structure, cabling systems, earthing & lightning protection system
  • Coordination with Civil and MEP disciplines in the substation, inputs for civil and MEP engineering, interfaces, coordination check with civil & MEP services etc.
  • 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.

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Your background

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
  • Experience in coordination of project engineering activities in the role of a Project Lead Engineer or Primary Engineer. Coordination with all internal and external stakeholders for on time, on quality and on budget delivery of project engineering deliverables.
  • Experience in preparation and review overall equipment layouts, equipment arrangement layouts for AIS and GIS substations, earthing, cable routing, lightning protection layouts, electrical clearances, cut out drawings and civil guides, foundation layouts etc.
  • Knowledge of design calculations for AIS and GIS substation - short circuit forces, cantilever strength, conductor sizing, cable ampacity, earthing system, lightning protection system etc.
  • Experience of supplier document review for AIS and GIS equipment, power and auxiliary transformer, earthing transformer, MV switchgear etc.
  • Experience in preparing BOQ for primary equipment, gantries & equipment support structure, cabling systems, earthing & lightning protection system
  • Experience in coordination with Civil and MEP disciplines in the substation, inputs for civil and MEP engineering, interfaces, coordination check with civil & MEP services etc.
  • Good drafting skills using software like REVIT or AUTOCAD will be an added advantage.
  • Exposure to 33kV/132kV/220kV/400kV GIS and AIS projects
  • Primary engineering work experience of minimum 8 years in various substation projects, preferably for the Egypt, Africa, or Middle East markets.
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English is required.

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Client-provided location(s): New Cairo City, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-133579
Employment Type: Full Time

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
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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