Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Project Engineer (Secondary engineering)
at HITACHI ENERGY
🏢 About HITACHI ENERGY
Hitachi Energy is a global leader in advancing sustainable energy systems, specifically focused on achieving a carbon-neutral future through innovative grid technologies. What makes them unique is their commitment to integrating digital solutions with traditional power systems, offering employees the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that directly impact climate goals. Their remote UK position allows you to contribute to this mission while enjoying flexible work arrangements.
About This Role
As a Senior Project Engineer in Secondary Engineering, you'll lead the design and delivery of protection and control systems for Transmission and Distribution networks (400kV to 11kV). This role is impactful because you'll ensure grid reliability and safety through approved P&C schemes while supporting Hitachi Energy's sustainable energy transition projects across the UK. You'll be responsible for technical documentation, tendering support, and project delivery coordination.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves reviewing and approving protection scheme designs using Autocad, coordinating with project teams on technical specifications for upcoming tenders, and developing cable schedules or core sheets for ongoing transmission projects. You might spend time creating Design Intent Documents for new substation systems, performing LVAC sizing calculations, and providing remote technical support to field teams implementing your designs across UK grid sites.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who HITACHI ENERGY Is Looking For
- Has 5+ years of hands-on experience designing protection and control systems specifically for UK Transmission or Distribution networks (400kV-11kV), with familiarity with NGTs, ESIs, and IEC standards
- Demonstrates practical experience with Autocad for creating schematic diagrams, cable schedules, and core sheets, plus proficiency in LVAC & battery sizing calculations
- Can provide concrete examples of working under tight deadlines in high-pressure environments, such as grid reinforcement projects or outage-based implementations
- Possesses electricity supply industry experience with proven ability to develop Design Intent Documents and Technical Specifications for P&C equipment
📝 Tips for Applying to HITACHI ENERGY
Quantify your experience with specific voltage levels (e.g., 'designed protection schemes for 275kV substations') and mention projects involving UK grid standards like NGTs or ESIs
Highlight any experience with Hitachi Energy's specific technologies or competitors' systems in the sustainable energy grid space
Include examples where you've worked remotely while coordinating with teams, as this is a UK remote position
Demonstrate knowledge of ISO 9001 in your design process and how you've maintained compliance in previous roles
Showcase your tendering experience by mentioning specific Work Breakdown Structures you've developed for transmission or distribution projects
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your direct experience with protection and control system design for UK Transmission/Distribution networks, specifying voltage levels and standards used', "Examples of projects where you've worked under tight deadlines in high-pressure environments, particularly in the electricity supply industry", 'How your technical skills (Autocad, MS Office, system design) align with creating schematic diagrams, cable schedules, and technical specifications', "Your understanding of Hitachi Energy's focus on sustainable energy and carbon-neutral goals, and how your experience contributes to this mission"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Hitachi Energy's specific projects in the UK energy transition, such as their work with National Grid or offshore wind connections
- → Their digital grid solutions and how they integrate protection and control systems with sustainable energy sources
- → Recent company announcements about carbon-neutral initiatives or UK-specific investments in grid infrastructure
- → The company's culture around remote work and how they support distributed engineering teams in the energy sector
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Vaguely describing transmission/distribution experience without specifying voltage levels, standards used, or UK grid context
- Failing to demonstrate hands-on Autocad experience for electrical schematics or cable schedules relevant to protection systems
- Not providing concrete examples of working in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments within the electricity supply industry
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!
Ready to Apply?
Good luck with your application to HITACHI ENERGY!