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On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 5 Nov)
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- Work mode
- On-site, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Native level
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree






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Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in substation automation and SCADA solutions, with preferable knowledge of Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA X, RTU500, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/104, DNP3, Modbus, etc and integration of protection and control equipment in transmission and distribution substations.
- Native-level Spanish proficiency is required. English proficiency at C1 level or higher is required.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently to customer sites and project locations, ensuring successful project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, as well as your professional growth. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.
The role
At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.
We are looking for a Lead & Commissioning Engineer (SCADA) to lead and coordinate engineering activities across medium to high-complexity Grid Automation projects.
What you'll do
- Serve as the technical lead and design authority for engineering deliverables across multiple disciplines.
- Develop base designs for substation automation, control, and protection systems.
- Verify the implementation of base designs during detailed engineering phases.
- Coordinate all technical activities throughout the entire project lifecycle.
- Review and approve technical documentation in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Collaborate closely with customers to define, shape, and deliver effective technical solutions.
- Identify, assess, and manage technical and cross-functional project risks.
- Support project management with engineering budget monitoring, forecasting, and cost-to-complete assessments.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines.
How you'll work
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No
This role requires a strong degree of mobility, with frequent travel to customer sites, project locations, and business meetings as needed to ensure successful project delivery and stakeholder alignment.
Job Details
Location: Madrid, Spain
Job ID: R0149037
Date Posted: 2026-11-05
Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
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As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
About Hitachi
Hitachi, Ltd. is a global technology and industrial group that drives what it calls the Social Innovation Business, working where digital technology meets the physical world. Its portfolio spans energy (power grid solutions, nuclear, renewables, transmission and distribution), mobility (rail, automotive manufacturing automation, eMobility), industry (smart manufacturing, industrial equipment, measurement and analytical systems), healthcare, and building systems.
Through its Lumada solutions, Hitachi leverages IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products to solve customers' and society's challenges, with offerings that also include digital solutions, decarbonization and sustainability services, data and AI, control systems, cloud applications, and industrial IoT. The company describes itself as a global leader in electrification, powering a sustainable future with innovative grid technologies and digital solutions.
- Industry
- Industrial Technology
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About the company & team
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.
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