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Substation Automation System Engineer

The opportunity:

Hitachi Energy's Grid Automation business unit has a comprehensive portfolio of solutions. These range from substation automation, communication networks, grid automation services, grid edge solutions to enterprise software solutions. These solutions address all key segments connected to the energy system including generation, transmission distribution, industries, transportation and infrastructure sectors.
Hitachi Energy's Grid Automation business unit supports 50% of the top 250 global electric utilities. Our Grid Automation hardware, software and services portfolio unites deep domain knowledge and innovative technologies that enable customers across the globe to optimize the critical systems that power, move and connect us. Together, we’re building a more productive and sustainable world.

How you’ll make an impact:

  • You will create and review of Engineering documents and protection relay configurations.

  • You will handle customer comments and approval responses to support project manager in project engineering is a must.

  • You will act as the champion for Hitachi Energy processes and policies, contributes to development of standard processes and work instructions by adopting Hitachi internal as well as industry best practices.

  • You will ensure lessons learned from all execution are analyzed and conclusions are incorporated as continuous improvement actions.

  • You will promote and enforces safe working environment by enforcing and supporting adequate HSE measures in all activities undertaken by himself & the team, follow ethics and compliances as per company guidelines.

  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility in own project actions in the site.

Your background:

  • You hold a bachelor’s degree, preferable in Engineering Major in Electrical or Automation Control or similar field.

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in SAS/SCADA domain.

  • Prior experience with substation automation systems, Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Gateways will be a key differentiator.

  • Knowledge of SAS Panel related design and detail design documentation thereof are desirable, experience with Protection Relay Configuration software is an advantage.

  • SCADA protocols: DNP3, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850. SCADA connectivity: TCP/IP over CAT5 and Fiber, RS-232/485 (ability to debug these physical links is a must).

  • Native/Business level Japanese. Proficiency in both Spoken and Written English is desirable.

More about us:

Working Conditions and benefits:

  • Working hours: 900-1730 (1hr break). Flex time is applicable.

  • Hybrid working style applicable.

Benefits:
-Employment insurance, industrial injury insurance, health insurance, pension insurance
-Paid leave
-Bereavement leave
-Wedding leave
-Maternity leave
-Spousal maternity leave
-Parental leave
-Nursing care leave

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Ken-Isarin Furutani

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarin-furutani-2036b8b5/

Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Engineering & Science
Contract Regular
Publication date 2025-04-14
Reference number R0086125

About Hitachi Energy

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 employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.