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This role ensures high-quality engineering deliverables, compliance with standards, and timely execution of projects. The P&C Engineer collaborates with project managers, customers, and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and reliable solutions.\nKey responsibilities for engineering include, but are not limited to, the following:\nThe Protection & Control Engineer is responsible for developing and design as related to protection & control, for all types of Customers.\nDesign & Engineering\nDesign and Develop protection and control schemes for substations and power systems.\nPrepare engineering documentation including design criteria, schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay settings.\nReview and validate vendor equipment specifications and technical documentation.\nEnsure designs comply with national standards, customer requirements, and best practices.\nProject Execution\nCoordinate technical activities throughout the project lifecycle, including design, testing, and commissioning.\nSupport project managers with technical input for proposals, cost estimates, and risk assessments.\nMonitor project progress to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.\nResolve engineering and design issues with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.\nTesting & Commissioning\nPerform relay testing, SCADA integration, and communication protocol verification (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).\nUtilize advanced test equipment (DOBLE, OMICRON) for system validation.\nPrepare detailed test plans and reports for customer approval.\nCustomer & Stakeholder Engagement\nConduct meetings with customers to discuss design modifications and system optimization.\nProvide technical support during installation and commissioning phases.\nBuild strong relationships with clients and offer recommendations for improved system performance.\nCollaboration & Leadership\nWork closely with sales, marketing, and engineering teams to provide technical expertise.\nMentor junior engineers and share best practices within the team.\nParticipate in technical training and continuous improvement initiatives.\nCompliance & Safety\nEnsure all engineering activities adhere to company health, safety, and environmental policies.\nPromote a culture of safety and integrity across all project phases.\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.\n5+ years of experience in protection and control engineering for power systems.\nKnowledge of protective relays, SCADA systems, and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).\nFamiliarity with substation automation and high-voltage equipment.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nExperience with engineering tools and test equipment (DOBLE, OMICRON).\nProfessional Engineering license or certification preferred.\nEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/ProtectedVeterans/Individuals with Disabilities\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 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