The opportunity
As an R&D Control Engineer, you will play a key role in the development, validation, and commissioning of advanced control solutions for power converters and energy storage systems. You will work at the forefront of renewable energies, contributing to grid-forming and grid-following technologies that enable stable, reliable, and sustainable electrical networks with high renewable penetration.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly technical, international environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and contributing directly to innovative solutions for the energy transition.
How you’ll make an impact
* Hybridisation of renewable energy generation sources: sizing, optimisation, and energy balancing of microgrids to meet load requirements, integrating generation and storage elements with high renewable penetration.
* Study system stability and response to electrical transients, including symmetrical and asymmetrical faults, voltage dips, frequency disturbances, and power oscillation damping (POD).
* System modelling of renewable generation plants, electrical machines, conventional generators, and related components.
* Perform grid code compliance analysis for generation facilities and systems.
* Develop proof-of-concepts and validate functionalities of control systems.
* Simulate, test, and debug control algorithms for power systems and power converters.
* Provide technical support to other teams and departments.
* Prepare clear and structured technical documentation for projects and engineering studies.
* Perform commissioning tasks for power conversion and control systems interfacing with energy storage systems in the laboratory.
* Conduct technical analysis of logs, errors, signals, and metrics, generating reusable reports to support engineering, quality assurance, and certification processes.
Your background
* BSc or MSc degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical field (minimum requirement).
* Strong knowledge of frequency and voltage regulation control for electrical networks.
* Proven experience in defining functionalities and implementing closed-loop control systems.
* Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing control algorithms for power electronics converters and/or electrical machines.
* Solid understanding of Grid-Following and Grid-Forming control concepts for power applications.
* Hands-on experience with PSCAD or similar simulation tools; knowledge of DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSSE is a plus.
* Background in power conversion applications for energy or industrial markets.
* Desirable experience in energy design and calculation for photovoltaic plants, including microgrid sizing and energy balancing.
* Familiarity with electrical system modelling.
* Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems is a plus.
* Proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming languages.
* Experience with grid code compliance is desirable.
* High level of self-motivation, curiosity, and willingness to learn new technologies.
* Advanced English proficiency is required.
* Desirable: at least 3 years of relevant professional experience. Previous industry experience in similar roles will be highly valued.
More about us
* You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team which is committed to innovation, continuous improvement.
* You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow, we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities.
* We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought.
* Our culture is one of a kind: Come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion and drive to Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us the ‘place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all.