System Design Engineer - Power Conversion
Madrid, Spain
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Power System Studies Engineer
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 Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU). We are seeking highly qualified engineers in the fields of Power Electronics, Grid Integration, and Research and Development (R&D) to join us in this exciting opportunity
Step into a dynamic role where technical excellence meets strategic impact. As part of our engineering team, you’ll lead simulation studies, translate insights into customer-ready reports, and engage directly with clients to understand and shape their needs. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and continuously expand your knowledge in today’s evolving energy landscape.
How you'll make an impact
Undertaking various simulation studies individually or as part of a team daily.
Making reports out of studies and presenting to customers.
Understanding customer needs by reading customer specifications and participating in customer meetings.
Coordination and communication with all disciplines involved in project and tender deliveries, and in close connection to research and development activities.
Having ambition in learning and sharing critical knowledge in today’s power system.
You will be in frequent contact with the other engineering disciplines, project managers, customers and other Hitachi Energy units in an international environment.
You will work independently as well as in a team and to assume responsibility for given tasks is a key to success.
Your Background
You hold an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or similar.
You are experienced in power systems analysis.
It is preferred that you know about these programs and tools: RTDS, PSCAD, PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Matlab, EMTP-RV, etc.
It is considered a merit if you have previous experience working on tenders and are familiar with activities such as cost estimation, coordination with sales, and understanding customer specifications.
Since you will be working in an international environment, it is essential that you communicate fluently in English.
Willingness to travel: Required up to 10%.
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.