substation engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.

<div><p>Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.</p>
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ECI has an opening for a Project Engineer. Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization. Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications. A Project Engineer assists the Project Manager in the planning and execution of best-in-class projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of design engineers, designers, drafters and support staff. Project Engineers coordinate the completion of specialized tasks with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration), Transmission &amp; Distribution Engineering, Environmental Planning, Surveying, Lands/Right-of-Way, and Project Management/Controls.</p>
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Minimum</b> <b>Requirements:</b> Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, 6+ years' project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. A PE license is preferred. The successful applicant must have an advanced knowledge of power engineering principals, be expert regarding applicable codes, standards and design tools, possess basic project management execution skills, and have the ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team. Experience in utility or merchant power industry a plus. The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required; therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.</p>
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Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:</b></p>
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<li>Medical, dental and vision insurance</li>
<li>Flexible spending account</li>
<li>Health savings account</li>
<li>Life insurance</li>
<li>Disability insurance</li>
<li>401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan</li>
<li>Paid vacation, personal days and holidays</li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave</li>
<li>Continued professional education reimbursement</li>
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<p>Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.</p>
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An Equal Opportunity Employer</i></p></div>

Substation Project Engineer

Azizi Developments

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  We are Azizi, a leading Dubai-based developer and a passionate team of people driven by the goal of crafting beautiful homes for people living in the UAE. Our portfolio spans across Dubai&rsquo;s prime residential and commercial destinations, showcasing our commitment to transparency, customer centricity, quality, integrity and adding value through a construction-driven approach.
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  As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for managing High Voltage (HV) substation projects in compliance with DEWA standards and project specifications, including reviewing electrical design drawings, technical documents, and material submittals.
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   Manage and supervise High Voltage (HV) substation projects in compliance with DEWA standards and project specifications.
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   Coordinate and monitor electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and pre-commissioning activities for 132/11 kV or above substations.
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   Review electrical design drawings, technical documents, and material submittals.
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   Coordinate with consultants, contractors, DEWA authorities, and internal project teams to ensure smooth project execution.
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   Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with DEWA regulations, safety standards, and project timelines.
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   Monitor project progress, quality control, and site activities.
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   Prepare technical reports, inspection requests, and project documentation.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
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   Minimum 6+ years of experience in DEWA High Voltage Substation projects within the UAE.
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   Mandatory experience in 132/11 kV or above substation projects.
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   DEWA approval is required.
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   Strong knowledge of HV electrical systems, testing, commissioning, and project coordination.
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HV Project Engineer

greenclover

<ul><li>Execute and supervise civil works for HV/EHV substations.</li><li>Review IFC drawings, BOQ, specifications, and project requirements.</li><li>Coordinate site activities including excavation, foundations, RCC works, structural works, and finishing activities.</li><li>Ensure construction activities are carried out as per approved drawings, method statements, and project specifications.</li><li>Monitor subcontractors and site workforce productivity.</li><li>Coordinate with electrical, MEP, QA/QC, and planning teams for smooth execution.</li><li>Prepare daily progress reports and update project status.</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety standards and project quality requirements.</li><li>Attend site meetings with consultants, clients, and contractors.</li><li>Support material inspection and quantity verification.</li><li>Resolve technical issues and provide engineering solutions at site.</li><li>Ensure timely completion of civil activities within project schedule</li></ul><p>Pay: KD1,000.000 - KD1,200.000 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Do you have experience as Civil Engineer in Substation Projects?</li><li>Do you have degree in B.E/B.tech Civil?</li><li>Do you have minimum 132KV substation projects?How many substation projects have you executed?</li><li>Please mention your current location?</li><li>Do you have KSE membership approval?</li><li>Please mention your expected salary?</li><li>Please mention your notice period?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Civil Engineer - Substation

Decima International

<div><div><p>Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International's founders established a simple yet powerful formula:</p>
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Approach each client engagement as a <b>partnership</b>, create an environment that attracts the <b>most talented professionals</b> and allows them to flourish, and regulate <b>growth</b> to maintain <b>excellence</b> in our service standards.</p></div><br>
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<div><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Details</b></h2>
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Title:</b> Electrical Engineer &ndash; HV/MV Data Center Projects<br>
<b>Location:</b> Onsite<br>
<b>Employment Type:</b> Full-time</p>
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About Decima International</b></h2>
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Decima International is a leading professional services firm specializing in project management, planning, and advisory services for complex, large-scale developments. We partner with leading organizations in the technology and infrastructure sectors to deliver high-impact projects with precision and excellence.</p>
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Role Overview</b></h2>
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We are seeking a site-based <b>Electrical Engineer</b> to supervise and verify contractor execution of HV/MV electrical works for data center projects. The role focuses on compliance, testing readiness, electrical safety governance, energization activities, and coordination of substation-related works.</p>
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The ideal candidate will have strong HV/MV site supervision experience, solid knowledge of substation works, and exposure to data center or mission-critical project environments.</p>
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Key Responsibilities</b></h2>
<ul><li>Monitor and inspect contractor execution of HV/MV works and substation activities.</li>
<li>Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and project standards.</li>
<li>Oversee switchgear, transformers, RMUs, substations, cables, joints, and terminations.</li>
<li>Review technical submissions, including shop drawings, SLDs, method statements, ITPs, and risk assessments.</li>
<li>Verify implementation of permit-to-work, LOTO, and HV safety requirements.</li>
<li>Track progress and flag risks related to sequencing, safety, access, testing, and energization.</li>
<li>Witness testing activities and support energization readiness reviews.</li>
<li>Attend coordination and technical meetings with project and site stakeholders.</li>
<li>Report discipline-specific issues, progress updates, and risks.</li>
<li>Support utility authority coordination during inspections, testing, and energization activities.</li>
<li>Verify contractor progress for payment validation.</li>
<li>Support punch lists, as-built documentation, handover dossiers, NCRs, field changes, and variation requests.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Requirements</b></h3>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in <b>Electrical Engineering</b>.</li>
<li>Proven experience in electrical site supervision and inspection.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of HV/MV electrical works and substation delivery.</li>
<li>Experience coordinating HV/MV systems with LV power distribution and protection schemes.</li>
<li>Ability to review shop drawings, SLDs, method statements, ITPs, and technical submissions.</li>
<li>Good understanding of electrical safety governance, including permit-to-work and LOTO requirements.</li>
<li>Experience supporting testing, commissioning readiness, and energization activities.</li>
<li>Strong coordination and reporting skills in a site-based project environment.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Nice to Have</b></h2>
<ul><li>Data center or mission-critical project exposure.</li>
<li>Utility coordination and approvals experience.</li>
<li>Experience in substation energization.</li>
<li>Familiarity with redundancy concepts and power reliability requirements.</li>
<li>Experience in live or phased energization environments.</li>
<li>Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, and local electrical codes.</li>
<li>Familiarity with protection coordination, earthing, and grounding studies.</li>
<li>Experience using document management systems such as Aconex or Procore.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Core Competencies</b></h2>
<ul><li><b>HV/MV Site Supervision</b> &ndash; Ability to monitor, inspect, and verify electrical works and substation activities.</li>
<li><b>Compliance and Safety Focus</b> &ndash; Strong awareness of codes, standards, permit-to-work, LOTO, and HV safety requirements.</li>
<li><b>Testing and Energization Readiness</b> &ndash; Ability to support inspection, testing, commissioning, and energization activities.</li>
<li><b>Technical Review</b> &ndash; Skilled in reviewing SLDs, shop drawings, method statements, ITPs, and OEM documentation.</li>
<li><b>Stakeholder Coordination</b> &ndash; Able to coordinate effectively with contractors, consultants, utility authorities, and project teams.</li>
<li><b>Progress and Risk Monitoring</b> &ndash; Ability to identify site risks, track progress, and support timely resolution of field issues.</li></ul><br>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><b>Please Note: </b>This position is part of our anticipated expansion in Saudi Arabia. While we are excited about the opportunities this role will offer, the position is not currently active and is associated with the planned launch of our operations in the region. By applying, you acknowledge that this is a future opportunity and not an offer of immediate employment. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to express your intent to be considered once the role becomes available.</div><p></p><div><p><br>
Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to the safety and well-being of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.</p></div></div>

Larsen & Toubro

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  Civil Engineer (Substation)
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  Site Preparation and Layout
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  Review civil drawings, electrical layouts, and specifications for the substation project.
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  Ensure proper site grading and earthworks before construction.
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   Transformer foundations
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   Gantry structures
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   Supervise construction of reinforced concrete foundations for:
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    Power transformers
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    Circuit breakers
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    Lightning masts
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    Gantry structures
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    Cable support structures
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   Ensure proper reinforcement placement, formwork, and concrete pouring.
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   Check anchor bolts alignment and positioning for electrical equipment.
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   Supervise construction of the substation control room building, including:
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    Foundations
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    Structural concrete works
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    Block/brick walls
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    Roof slab
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    Finishing works
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   Ensure spaces for switchgear rooms, relay rooms, and battery rooms are constructed as per drawings.
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   Oversee construction of:
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    Cable trenches
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    Underground cable ducts
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    Manholes and handholes
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   Ensure correct dimensions, slope, and drainage to prevent water accumulation.
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   Supervise construction of transformer oil pits and oil containment systems.
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   Ensure drainage systems and oil-water separators are built according to environmental standards.
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   Manage construction of:
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    Internal access roads
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    Gravel or crushed stone yard
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    Equipment foundations area
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   Ensure proper compaction and grading of the yard.
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   Ensure all civil works follow project specifications and standards.
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   Check levels, alignment, and dimensions before and after construction.
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   Coordinate material testing such as:
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    Concrete cube tests
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    Soil compaction tests
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    Work closely with electrical engineers and installation teams.
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    Ensure civil structures are ready before equipment installation.
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    Provide support during equipment erection and cable installation.
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    Ensure site activities follow construction safety standards.
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    Monitor excavation safety and heavy equipment operations.
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    Implement PPE and safe work practices.
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    Prepare daily progress reports.
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    Maintain records of:
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     Concrete pours
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     Material deliveries
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     Inspection reports
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    Assist in quantity measurement and billing.
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Construction Manager- (Civil)

Hitachi Energy

<div><p><b>Location:
</b></p>Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
<p></p><p><b>Job ID:
</b></p>R0129424
<p></p><p><b>Date Posted:
</b></p>2026-05-14
<p></p><p><b>Company Name:
</b></p>HITACHI ENERGY SYSTEMS LLC
<p></p><p><b>Profession (Job Category):
</b></p>Engineering &amp; Science
<p></p><p><b>Job Schedule:
</b></p>Full time
<p></p><p><b>Remote:
</b></p>No
<p></p><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p><b>The opportunity
</b></p><p>We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Commissioning Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be leading all on-site activities of a project to assure cost-effective execution of Power Quality and Substation project deliverables in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, schedule, and safety requirements during the start-up, construction and/or erection, commissioning, maintenance phases.
</p><p><b>How you&rsquo;ll make an impact
</b></p><ul><li>Planning project on-site activities with project manager including necessary local resources, equipment and milestones.
</li><li>Capable to handle hands on Power Quality testing activities on the site
</li><li>Capable to lead T&amp;C activities on the assigned project as well as coordinate with client and consultant.
</li><li>Having TAQA and other Utilities approval or Competency are added advantage.
</li><li>Hands on Experience on Power Quality &amp; Substation Testing &amp; commissioning of Switchgear, Protection relay and Scheme checks
</li><li>Testing of various components like Circuit breakers, CT, VT, Aux relays, Interlocks verification.
</li><li>Bus Bar protection scheme, Bus bar protection Sensitivity &amp; Stability test &amp; Transformer differential &amp; REF protection Sensitivity &amp; Stability test.
</li><li>Planning the ITC schedule in line with the project completion date, Weekly and monthly witness schedule preparation and monitors in line with baseline program.
</li><li>Coordinating agreement between customer and external resources on construction targets, health and safety requirements, site organization and policy.
</li><li>Being responsible, from receiving the assigned site area from the customer or project manager to handing over to the end customer on completion day, for coordinating all on-site activities to ensure the successful execution of start-up, construction, erection, testing and commissioning activities in alignment with contract specifications, quality standards, schedule, and safety requirements.
</li><li>Serving as a project representative by building and maintaining effective relationships with customers as well as other local organizations such as authorities, banks, and suppliers to ensure their active support of field activities.
</li><li>Ensuring detailed and up-to-date construction Health &amp; Safety (H&amp;S) plan is in place in respect of each work package, compliant with the Hitachi Energy HSE plan.
</li><li>Ensuring all on-site resources are properly trained on company health, safety and environment policy and proactively promotes health and safety.
</li><li>Ensuring correct handling, storage and installation of Hitachi Energy-delivered equipment, coordinating on-site storage as well as shipment logistics to secure timely site delivery of equipment and material.
</li><li>Managing the sub-contractors on site hired by Hitachi Energy to ensure necessary quality and progress achieved to meet delivery date.
</li><li>Controlling project cost for the project site work, monitors actual spends against forecasts and estimates final cost for the same.
</li><li>Managing the petty cash and has delegated authority for local purchasing within agreed limits.
</li><li>Ensuring all documentation is modified and updated as necessary, the document handling system is maintained, and latest revisions are used for the construction work on site.
</li><li>You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
</li></ul><p><b>Your background
</b></p><ul><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in electrical power, electronics &amp; communication.
</li><li>10 years of project experience in related fields.
</li><li>Power Quality (STATCOM, SVC, etc.,) commissioning experience is mandatory.
</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Planning skills. Ability to work under pressure.
</li><li>Able to communicate with people of all levels.
</li><li>Ability to boost members morals to achieve goals.
</li><li>Proven leadership and communication skills.
</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English is required.
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualified 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 a </b><b>general inquiry form </b><b>on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
</b></h2><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This 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.</b></h2></div><p></p>

Senior Commissioning Engineer - Grid Integration

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