Project Lead Engineer, Hitachi Energy

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Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the power generation, transmission and distribution, industry, transportation and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

COULD YOU BE THE PROJECT LEAD ENGINEER WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for a Project Lead Engineer to join Hitachi Energy’s Grid Automation Business Unit in Vaasa, Tampere, or Helsinki.
As our new Project Lead Engineer, you will drive project engineering, reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with the Project Manager. You will execute Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Microgrid projects, leading all technical activities and coordinating the project team. Proactively seeking and implementing improvements in the execution process will be a key part of your role. You will uphold the values of safety and integrity in all aspects of the job, ensuring a safe and ethical work environment. Being an integral part of the team, you will contribute as a team player and support the bid and proposal team in their efforts.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

To succeed in this role, you will need a Master’s degree in electrical engineering and several years of professional experience. Fluency in both spoken and written English is required, while knowledge of other languages such as Finnish, Italian, or German is considered an advantage but not essential. A strong understanding of power systems, including LV, MV, and HV electrical equipment, switchgears, and generation equipment, is essential. Knowledge of Microgrid systems, battery storage, and renewable generation will be considered a plus. Flexibility to travel occasionally is necessary for this role.
You will fit into our team if you have a self-guided, systematic, analytical, organized, and accurate in their way of working. In this role ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders will be vital for successful collaboration and problem-solving. We are looking for an individual who also has strong coordination skills, along with technical skillset, as you will work independently and as a leader of a small team, interacting effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and skillsets.

Please refer the Job description for details