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Hitachi Energy

Substation Automation Protection Engineer

Tokyo, Japan

Mission Statement:

Design engineering of Substation protection & control systems leading up to site commissioning to ensure projects are executed in accordance with company procedures, contract specifications, quality standards, health, safety & environment requirements.

Job Description:

  • Hands on experience with substation protection and control system design engineering including review of engineering documents, protection relay configuration, testing commissioning & troubleshooting. Knowledge of substation primary equipment & basic protection functions is desirable.
  • Conversant with design tools like Autocad or equivalent for substation layouts, schematics preparation, cable schedules, wiring and termination charts. Power system and MV/HV switchgear knowledge is an advantage.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, ability to handle customer comments and approval responses for project engineering is necessary.
  • Promotes safe working environment by enforcing and supporting adequate HSE measures in all activities undertaken by himself & team, follows ethics and compliances as per company guidelines.

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Knowledge & Skill

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience in Electrical Power Transmission & Distribution field, preferably in design engineering or site commissioning
  • Proficiency in both Spoken and Written English is added advantage

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Client-provided location(s): Tokyo, Japan
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-74989
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
  • 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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