GIS I&C Engineer

About the role

HITACHI ENERGY is looking for a GIS I&C Engineer in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The engineer supports the successful installation, repair and fault elimination of switching systems, representing the company's technical knowledge and quality standards with clients at the installation site. The role covers installation and commissioning of high-voltage systems worldwide for PGHV.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out installation and maintenance work independently, in full compliance with installation requirements and instructions, including accident prevention measures and 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 to meet the schedule.
• Inspect 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 uphold the company's safety and integrity values.

Required profile

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

Required skills

• Professional use of MS Project.
• Product knowledge of GIS equipment is preferred.