Project Lead Engineer – HV Substations & Offshore Wind

Location: Madrid, Spain Job ID: R0150354 Date Posted: 2026-11-12 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity We are looking for a Project Lead Engineer to join our engineering team in Spain, working on high-voltage substation projects with a strong focus on Offshore Wind . You will lead and coordinate the multidisciplinary engineering activities of complex projects, ensuring the technical solution meets contract requirements, schedule, cost, quality and safety targets . How You'll Make an Impact Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams , including internal teams, engineering centers, partners and suppliers. Take technical ownership of HV substation engineering , from basic design through detailed design, construction support, commissioning and project close-out. Drive engineering activities for Offshore Wind projects , managing complex technical and project interfaces. Manage engineering scope, schedule, cost, quality, risks and opportunities . Coordinate technical interfaces with customers, partners, suppliers, contractors and project management . Identify technical changes and support the Project Manager in assessing cost, schedule and contractual impacts . Support procurement, construction, installation and commissioning teams in resolving technical issues. Coach engineers and promote technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Your Profile Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or similar . Strong experience in HV substations, power transmission or similar EPC projects . Experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams . Good understanding of project execution, engineering planning, technical risk and cost management. Offshore Wind experience is highly valued. Strong communication skills and ability to work with international teams, customers and partners. Fluent English and Spanish. More about us ​ We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together. The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures. Our benefits offering for this role generally include a holistic range of competitive benefit program to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language trainings, Coaching & Assessments. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. 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