Control & Protection Electrical Hardware Design Engineer

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Control & Protection Electrical Hardware Design EngineerJoin to apply for the Control & Protection Electrical Hardware Design Engineer role at Hitachi Energy.OverviewAs a Control & Protection Electrical Hardware Design Engineer within Hitachi Energy’s HVDC, you will be responsible for designing the control cabinet layout, which includes hundreds of circuit boards for measurements, control, and calculations. The system also incorporates user interfaces such as HMI (Human Machine Interface), diagnostic tools, IT infrastructure, and IT security. We utilize our in-house developed real-time platform, MACH, to meet the power industry’s standards. This role offers the opportunity to travel abroad and participate in building some of our power stations around the world. This is a hybrid working role with 3 days in our Glasgow offices and the remaining time working from home. Please note we are not able to provide visa support.How You’ll Make An ImpactCubicle Design & Integration: Design cubicles and integrate all hardware components.Documentation: Create Bill of Materials, terminal diagrams, cable lists, and termination schedules.Coordination & Inspection: Coordinate with cubicle manufacturers and perform inspections.Design Preparation: Prepare design specifications, overview diagrams, and concept clarifications.Design Review: Participate in or lead design review meetings to identify and correct errors.Stakeholder Collaboration: Discuss with other departments to prepare the division of works.Validation: Validate design drawings/documents from sub-suppliers to meet specifications.Support & Collaboration: Provide support during tests and commissioning, and collaborate with customers and colleagues.Your backgroundEducational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field.Professional Experience: Prior experience with HVDC projects and at least three years of work experience in the UK.Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge in control and protection panel design (CRP).Additional Skills: Site experience in control and protection testing and commissioning is advantageous but not mandatory.Software Proficiency: Experience with CAD tools for control systems, such as Engineering Base or Ruplan, is highly valued.Specialized Knowledge: EMC knowledge or experience with AC substations and control systems is a plus.Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time—balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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