Posted 40 months ago
Project engineer (protection & controls)
@ HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Saint-Laurent, Quebec
Overview
Hitachi Energy is hiring a project engineer for protection and control systems on substation and industrial electrification projects in Saint-Laurent, Quebec. The role covers planning, design and technical coordination of P&C and automation systems, plus interface engineering with HV, MV and LV equipment. It is a full-time, on-site position with travel up to 30%.
Responsibilities:
- Design advanced protection, communication and control systems
- Prepare technical specifications and conceptual design reports
- Review single line diagrams, schematics and wiring diagrams
- Manage P&C system changes during project execution
- Coordinate with project, customer and supplier teams
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering, preferably power systems
- 5+ years in substation and industrial electrification projects
- Knowledge of IEEE, NEMA, NEC and IEC standards
- Commissioning and troubleshooting experience
- Strong communication, leadership and negotiation skills
- Travel up to 30%, domestic and international
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2023-07-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Veterans, People with disabilities, Women |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering |
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HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
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Location:
Saint-Laurent, Quebec, CanadaJob ID:
CA54938066Date Posted:
2023-03-29Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation
General information:
Planning, design and technical coordination of the P&CM systems for Substations & Industrial projects. Detail electrical design for interface engineering of P&CM & Automation Systems with HV apparatus, MV & LV switchgears, communication architecture, Telecommunication, Instrumentation, SCADA Systems and AC/DC Auxiliary Systems. As a member of the engineering team, the candidate will produce engineering deliverables such as AC/DC schematics, cable list, wiring diagrams, specifications and interact with the other project team members, the customer, and suppliers of goods and engineering services.
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of this position are to understand, analyze and interpret projects' requirements, develop and design advanced protection systems, communication and control systems for large industrial and utility applications.
Prepare technical specifications and conceptual design reports;
Preparation and/or review of single (three) line diagrams, protection, metering and control schematics & wiring/interconnection diagrams and cable lists, AC/DC auxiliary services design and physical arrangement of substation layouts.
Control and manage change related to P&C system during project execution; Interface with other project team members in related electrical, mechanical and civil disciplines and as well PM, Finance, Scheduling, Documentation, EH&S, Construction etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (preferably in Power Systems);
5+ years of related experience in the field of substations and industrial electrification projects;
Knowledge of IEEE, NEMA, NEC, IEC electrical standards.
Good soft skills in communication, leadership, initiative and negotiation to interface directly with clients.
Travel is required; up to 30% both domestic and international.
Commissioning and troubleshooting experience with industrial and utility protection, control and communication systems
More about us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry 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 38,000 people in 90 countries. In fiscal year 2020 we generated business volumes of around $10 billion USD as reported by Hitachi. www.hitachienergy.com
Only selected applicants will be contacted.
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