Hitachi Energy Ireland Limited
Providing innovative energy solutions for a sustainable, electrified future.
Service Engineer
Support substation digital solutions, maintenance, and OT‑IT integration for global clients.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role you will configure substation models on Hitachi’s digital platform, develop reliability‑based maintenance plans, and act as the liaison between clients and R&D teams on delivery projects and product releases. You will also troubleshoot equipment issues, perform root‑cause analyses, and propose mitigation measures while integrating OT systems with IT platforms using protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus and Ethernet/IP. Collaboration with IT/IoT teams to create unified data pipelines and scalable edge‑to‑cloud architectures is a key part of the job. • Configure and model substations on the digital platform to enable reliability‑centered maintenance. • Perform root‑cause analysis and propose solutions to prevent equipment deterioration. • Integrate operational technology with IT using OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP. • Build unified data pipelines and edge‑to‑cloud architectures with IT/IoT teams. • Interface with clients and R&D to deliver projects and support product releases. • Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations and safety procedures.
What You Bring
The ideal candidate holds a B.E. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering and has at least five years of experience in operation and maintenance of 33 kV (or higher) substations and power plants. Required experience includes routine and preventive maintenance of AIS and GIS equipment, managing TBM, CBM and RCM programmes, and testing diverse primary equipment, together with full knowledge of OHSAS procedures. Strong communication skills in spoken and written English, a self‑starter attitude, and the ability to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations are also essential. • Minimum 5 years experience in operation & maintenance of 33 kV+ substations and power plants. • Hands‑on expertise in AIS/GIS equipment maintenance, TBM, CBM, RCM, and equipment testing. • Proficient in English communication and self‑driven task ownership.
Benefits
Hitachi Energy values safety, integrity and innovation, encouraging employees to bring pioneering ideas to solve global challenges. The company promotes a collaborative, creative environment and supports career growth, while providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. • Eligible for reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Work Environment
Onsite