Secondary Engineer
At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion 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.
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The Opportunity
We are offering a position as a Secondary Engineer at Hitachi Energy, Grid Integration business. This role will be in Vaasa (FI), where we have the team and an office.
The business unit designs and delivers complete substations for distribution and transmission grids. We are offering an interesting position in an international project environment and various development possibilities in the areas of design and engineering, research, and development.
Because each project is different, your responsibilities will range widely and may include managing all aspects of secondary design from initial planning to final delivery.
Daily responsibilities include preparing design drawings, drafting essential construction documents, conducting engineering calculations, and overseeing commissioning processes. At Hitachi Energy, you will have the opportunity to apply your design expertise across diverse projects, both domestically in Finland and internationally.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Prepare and review substation documentations, for example, single line diagram, protection diagrams, interlocking diagrams, AC and DC drawings, calculations, control and protection panel drawings, IED configurations, cabling and bills of materials.
- Provide technical evaluation of supplier proposals and accepts as fit for purpose supplied equipment or services.
- Provide technical support during pre-FAT and FAT stage, handling installation and commissioning activities. Prepare project documentation within one's scope of deliverables.
- Participate in testing and commissioning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project manager, design (Lead, Primary, Civil and commissioning), planner, quality assurance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless project integration and successful outcomes in international project environment.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and encouraging employee involvement in problem-solving and process enhancement.
- Living core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business.
Your background
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficiency in both spoken and written English and Finnish.
- Demonstrated proactivity, results orientation, strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities, along with reliability and capacity to perform effectively under pressure.
- Willingness to participate in international projects.
- Willingness to travel up to 20%, both domestically and internationally.
- Previous experience in engineering work related to high and medium voltage substations is considered an asset.
- Experience in design software such as E3, AutoCAD, PCM600 is considered as an advantage.
- Understanding of substation control and protection systems is also considered beneficial.
More about us
Interested in joining the team? We look forward to receiving your application!
Apply for the position by December 14, 2025. Please note that we will initiate interviews as candidates apply and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
For more information about this role, please contact Hannu Hautala, Engineering Manager (Secondary), at +358 50 3342596.
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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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