Über diese Lead Civil Engineer Stelle bei Hitachi
Location:
Madrid, SpainJob ID:
R0137920Date Posted:
2026-07-24Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Opportunity
Are you ready to shape the future of energy?
At Hitachi Energy, we are establishing and developing an Operation Center of Excellence in Madrid, Spain (ESOPC) within the Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU).
As a Lead Civil Engineer you will be the technical authority for civil engineering activities in High and Medium Voltage Substation projects across Europe. Working with international project teams, customers, and suppliers, you will drive the delivery of safe, high-quality, and cost-effective solutions from design through construction.
This role offers the opportunity to lead complex projects, influence key technical decisions, and contribute to the energy transition.
How you’ll make an impact
Lead and coordinate all civil engineering activities for substation and power quality projects.
Ensure the quality, completeness, and functionality of the civil scope throughout project execution.
Deliver civil designs, calculations, and technical documentation from basic engineering to as-built stages.
Provide technical guidance and recommendations during engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
Support project and contract managers in assessing scope changes, claims, risks, costs, and schedule impacts.
Prepare civil engineering work plans, resource estimates, and risk assessments.
Support site activities through planning, supervision, reporting, and resolution of technical issues.
Coach and support engineers and project teams while building strong customer relationships.
Your background
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
More than 10 years of experience in civil engineering and/or site construction for high- or medium-voltage substations.
Strong expertise in substation civil design, engineering, and construction execution.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and external engineering partners.
Knowledge of BIM methodology.
Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
More about us
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
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
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.
