The Graduate Automation Engineer position is foundational and intended for individuals at the beginning of their careers who wish to impact the modernisation, optimisation, and safety of electrical operations through substation automation solutions. This role is crucial in creating and implementing solutions in the energy sector.
How you'll make an impact
- Supporting Design and Development: You will assist in conceptualising, designing, and developing substation automation systems. This includes working on both hardware and software components to ensure seamless integration and robust performance.
- Deployment of Automation Solutions: The role involves hands‑on participation in deploying automation technologies in real‑world settings, ensuring that solutions are not only theoretically sound but also practical and effective in the field.
- Cross‑Disciplinary Collaboration: As automation spans multiple engineering domains, you will work closely with experts in electrical engineering, networking, computer science, and cybersecurity. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that solutions are secure, efficient, and compliant with industry standards.
- Project Lifecycle Involvement: From initial concept through to testing and commissioning, you will gain exposure to the full lifecycle of substation automation projects. This end‑to‑end involvement provides a comprehensive understanding of how substation automation solutions are brought to life.
Technical Exposure
- SCADA Systems: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems are at the heart of electrical substation automation. You will learn how to design, configure, and maintain these systems to monitor and control industrial processes.
- RTU/PLC Programming: Remote Control Unit and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are essential for substation automation solutions. You will develop skills in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and optimisation.
- Industrial Networking: Modern automation relies on robust networking to connect devices and systems. You will work with industrial communication protocols and network architectures.
- OT Cybersecurity: Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity is increasingly important as industrial systems become more connected. You will learn about frameworks and best practices to protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
- Teamwork: Success in this role depends on effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will contribute to integrating hardware and software, optimising system performance, and ensuring that solutions meet both technical and regulatory requirements.
Your Background
- Degree within Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Communication Engineering or similar.
- Passion for Engineering: A genuine interest in engineering, design, and development is essential.
- Curiosity and Inquisitiveness: The role is suited for those who are eager to learn, explore new technologies, and solve complex problems.
- Teamwork: An intrinsic interest in people and achieving success through teamwork is highly valued.
We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission‑critical technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.
With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.
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Graduate Automation Engineer in Stone employer: Hitachi Energy Ltd.
Hitachi Energy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. As a Service Tendering Specialist in the UK, you will benefit from competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a strong focus on health and safety, alongside comprehensive training and personal development opportunities. Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives, ensuring that every employee feels respected and empowered to contribute meaningfully to our mission of powering a sustainable energy future.
