Protection Engineer
Hitachi · Tokyo
Location:
Tokyo, Tokyo, JapanJob ID:
R0086125Date Posted:
2025-03-31Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY JAPAN, LTD.Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
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.
業務内容 / How you’ll make an impact
高電圧保護・制御システムの設計業務を担当し、回路図作成、技術文書レビュー、保護リレー設定、試験、試運転、およびトラブルシューティングを実施する。
変電所一次設備および保護システムに関する技術サポートを提供し、電力系統、変電所設備、中高圧（MV/HV）スイッチギヤに関する知識を活用して業務を遂行する。
変電所自動化システム、RTU（遠方監視制御装置）、PLC（プログラマブルロジックコントローラ）、ゲートウェイなどの関連システムの設計・導入・運用支援を行う。
e-CADまたは同等の設計ツールを使用し、変電所レイアウト、ケーブルスケジュール、配線図、端子結線図などの設計図書を作成・管理する。
日立エナジーのプロセスおよびポリシーを推進し、社内標準や業界のベストプラクティスを活用しながら、標準プロセスや作業手順書の整備・改善に貢献する。
プロジェクト遂行における課題や教訓（Lessons Learned）を分析し、継続的改善活動に反映することで、品質、効率および業務プロセスの向上を推進する。
安全で健全な職場環境の維持に向け、HSE（健康・安全・環境）方針を遵守・推進し、チームメンバーへの安全意識の浸透とコンプライアンスの徹底を図る。
社内規程、業界基準、法規制および顧客要求事項を含む、すべての関連規制・手順・ガイドラインへの準拠を確実にする。
日立エナジーのコアバリューである「Safety（安全）」と「Integrity（誠実さ）」を体現し、自らの業務に責任を持つとともに、チームおよび事業の成功に貢献する。
You will have good understanding and experience with high voltage protection and control system engineering design including schematics preparation, review of engineering documents, protection relay configuration, testing commissioning/ troubleshooting.
You will be responsible on substation primary equipment & basic protection functions is must. Power system, substation and MV/HV switchgear knowledge is an advantage, familiarity with substation automation systems, Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Gateways are desirable.
You will be conversant with design tools like e-CAD or equivalent for substation layouts, cable schedules, wiring and termination charts.
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, follows ethics and compliances as per company guidelines.
You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
応募条件 / Your background
電気工学、制御工学、オートメーション、または関連分野における学士号を有する方。
電気エンジニアリング分野での実務経験を1年以上お持ちの方。保護リレーや保護制御システムに関する経験があれば尚可。
優れたコミュニケーション能力（口頭・文書）を有し、顧客からのコメント対応や承認取得プロセスを適切に管理できる方。プロジェクトマネージャーをサポートしながら、プロジェクトエンジニアリング業務を円滑に推進できる能力をお持ちの方。
日本語による業務遂行能力を有する方（ネイティブレベルまたはビジネスレベル）。
英語によるコミュニケーション能力（読み書き・会話）をお持ちの方歓迎。
You hold bachelor’s degree, preferable in Engineering Major in Electrical or Automation Control or similar field
Minimum 1 years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering domain (protection related will be nice to have).
Good verbal and written communication skills are essential, proven ability to handle customer comments and approval responses to support project manager in project engineering is a must.
Native/Business level Japanese.
Proficiency in both Spoken and Written English is nice to have.
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/
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