Protection & Control Automation Lead

The opportunity As Automation Lead Expert you will be leader for automation, control and protection and communication parts of complex tenders and project execution characterized bylarge volume projects or frame agreementshigh risk opportunitiesextensive, non-standard tender documentation deliverablescomplex delivery model with many teams and units involved in international projectsYour ResponsibilitiesAct as a technical lead and design authority for engineering deliverables, installation and commissioning activities of automation, control and protection and communication scope of supply;Work with the customer to architect & provide solutions to drive the delivery of innovative improvements and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.Collaborate with the supply chain function to identify potential vendors for requisite equipment and materials, cross-check offers with specifications, supplier quotations based on a suitable product mix and considering both technical and commercial aspectsManage the sales support within the sales process including tender and risk review, strategic definition of the scope of delivery, definition of suitable terms and conditions, provision of bills of materials, estimated engineering hours.Create and execute strategies for risk and opportunity management in own area of responsibility.Create work plans and cost estimates in own area of responsibility. Review and approve scope, budget and scheduleEnsure adherence to safety standards and mitigate potential risksSupport Contract Manager in its functional field (new/change in scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications).Your backgroundMaster’s degree in Power System, Electrical Engineering or similar, ideally with a focus on electrical power system.Technical Background in Substation automation, control and protection, OT Network and CS; ideally in OEM international companiesMinimum of 10+ years of project execution know how as Lead engineer or technical project management in the field of substation automation, control and protection & OT Network cyber security.Experience in the industrial control system / SAS / SCS with knowledge in HMI/SCADA system design, familiarity of communication protocols used in substations/windfarms, Network (L2-L3) architecture, OT Cyber security.Ability to lead virtual teams and deliver results in a functional/project organization without direct reports and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organizationGood understanding of various IEC standards such as 61850 (network & communication), 60870-5-104 (NCC), 62443 (CS), 61892 (installation), 61869 CT, 62439-3 PRP/HSR etc.Willingness to travel (up to 20%)Excellent command on English is mandatory, additional European language skills are a plusHitachi 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.With 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.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.