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As demand for reliable, resilient, and renewable energy continues to grow, we are expanding our commissioning capability to support the successful delivery of transmission, distribution, renewable energy and grid integration projects across the UK and Europe.\nAs a Commissioning Project Engineer, you will play a key role in planning, coordinating and supporting commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and project execution through to energisation and final handover. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineering teams, Construction teams, customers, suppliers and specialist Commissioning Engineers, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical knowledge, project coordination and stakeholder management within a rapidly growing sector at the forefront of the energy transition.\n\nHow You'll Make an Impact\nSupport the development of commissioning strategies, execution plans and resource requirements during both tender and project execution phases.\nCoordinate commissioning activities across engineering, construction, suppliers and specialist commissioning teams to ensure successful project delivery.\nPrepare commissioning scopes of work, technical documentation and supplier requirements.\nMonitor project progress, identify delivery risks and support the implementation of mitigation measures.\nCoordinate commissioning contractors, OEMs and service providers to ensure activities are aligned with project schedules and objectives.\nSupport readiness reviews, energisation planning and operational handover activities.\nEnsure commissioning documentation, test records and completion dossiers are maintained in accordance with contractual and quality requirements.\nFacilitate effective communication between internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on commissioning progress and key milestones.\nContribute to a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement across all project activities.\nYour Background\nYou bring a collaborative approach, strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering technically challenging projects within the energy sector. You enjoy working across multidisciplinary teams and have the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on project outcomes.\n\nTo be successful in this role, you will have:\nA degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.\nExperience within power transmission, distribution, renewable energy, utilities or industrial infrastructure projects.\nKnowledge of commissioning processes and project delivery lifecycles.\nExperience coordinating technical activities across multiple stakeholders and suppliers.\nStrong communication, planning and reporting skills.\nThe ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.\nExperience with high-voltage substations, grid connection projects, Protection & Control systems, SCADA systems, EPC project environments or transmission network operators would be advantageous.\nWhy Join Hitachi Energy?\nAt Hitachi Energy, you will be part of a global organisation that is helping to enable a sustainable energy future. We offer the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to solutions that are shaping the future of power systems worldwide.\nYou'll benefit from a culture built on safety, integrity and innovation, supported by ongoing professional development, career growth opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on some of the most important energy infrastructure projects of our time.\nMore About Us\n We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic, high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.\nHitachi 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.\nWith 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.\nHeadquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.\nWe welcome you to apply today!\nAccessibility and reasonable accommodation\nQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing ageneral inquiry formon our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.\n\nThis is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.\n\nUse of Al and automated tools in recruitment\nAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. 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