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Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship support for this position, including post‑study visa; we have full right to work from the country of your application. This role will be of a hybrid nature and can be based in the UK, Italy, Ireland or Spain.
How you’ll make an impact
As a Commissioning Manager at Hitachi Energy Grid Integration GPQSS, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the successful planning, execution and completion of commissioning activities for a portfolio of large and complex industrial electrical projects, ensuring systems and equipment operate safely, efficiently and according to specifications. You will lead a small team with a portfolio of projects having the business acumen. Offshore, onshore Transmissions & Distribution experience will be a big plus.
Job Responsibilities
* Develop, implement and manage comprehensive commissioning plans, schedules and procedures for various projects, including detailed test scripts and protocols.
* Lead and supervise commissioning teams (internal or external contracted resources), providing technical guidance, assigning tasks and ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
* Coordinate with project managers, engineering teams, construction personnel, vendors and clients to ensure seamless integration of systems and smooth transitions from construction to operation.
* Lead the team in the execution of strategy, tendering, pre‑commissioning, functional testing, performance testing and integrated system testing activities.
* Identify and troubleshoot technical issues and deficiencies during commissioning, working collaboratively with engineering and operations teams to implement effective solutions.
* Ensure all commissioning activities comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, environmental policies and Hitachi’s internal procedures.
* Conduct thorough reviews of design documents, vendor data and construction progress to identify potential commissioning challenges and proactively mitigate risks.
* Facilitate client acceptance testing and provide necessary training to operational personnel on newly commissioned systems.
* Prepare and present regular progress reports to stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges and upcoming activities.
Background
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or a relevant discipline).
* Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in commissioning roles within complex industrial environments (e.g. power generation, HV & MV systems, electrical infrastructure, manufacturing, rail, energy solutions). Experience in HV is a benefit.
* Proven experience in managing multi-disciplinary commissioning teams and large‑scale projects.
* Understanding of various industrial systems, control systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA) and instrumentation.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and P&IDs.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting technical issues.
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
* Ability to travel to project sites as required.
Location
* Remote – England, United Kingdom
* Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
* Madrid, Spain
* Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Job type: Full time
Experience: Experienced
Job function: Engineering & Science
Contract: Regular
Publication date: 2026-02-26
Reference number: R0114615
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi 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 decarbonising 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.
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