GIS I&C Specialist

About the role

HITACHI ENERGY is looking for a GIS I&C Specialist in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The role covers the activities needed to install, repair and eliminate faults in switching systems, representing the company at the client site and ensuring projects meet their deadlines while keeping cost-performance in mind.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out installation and maintenance work independently, in line with installation requirements and accident-prevention rules, especially for work on live system components.
• Mark drawings and documents with changes made during installation and advise the sub-supplier's installation superintendent on workforce planning.
• Check arriving materials for completeness and damage, coordinate material handling with sub-suppliers, and issue non-conformance reports for damaged or missing equipment.
• Supervise final installation and commissioning tests, completion documentation, loop checks and site meetings, and cooperate with the project manager on work status.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations and procedures, and follow Hitachi Energy's safety and integrity values.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 2-5 years of experience with GIS is preferred.
• Experience with SF6 gas handling and knowledge of PGHV transmission and sub-transmission GIS products is preferred.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Required skills

• Professional use of MS Project.
• Knowledge of GIS equipment and commissioning.