As an RD 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.
brThis 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.
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brHybridisation 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.
brStudy system stability and response to electrical transients, including symmetrical and asymmetrical faults, voltage dips, frequency disturbances, and power oscillation damping (POD).
brSystem modelling of renewable generation plants, electrical machines, conventional generators, and related components.
brPerform grid code compliance analysis for generation facilities and systems.
brDevelop proof-of-concepts and validate functionalities of control systems.
brSimulate, test, and debug control algorithms for power systems and power converters.
brPrepare clear and structured technical documentation for projects and engineering studies.
brPerform commissioning tasks for power conversion and control systems interfacing with energy storage systems in the laboratory.
brConduct technical analysis of logs, errors, signals, and metrics, generating reusable reports to support engineering, quality assurance, and certification processes.
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brBSc or MSc degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical field (minimum requirement).
brStrong knowledge of frequency and voltage regulation control for electrical networks.
brProven experience in defining functionalities and implementing closed-loop control systems.
brDemonstrated experience in developing and implementing control algorithms for power electronics converters and/or electrical machines.
brSolid understanding of Grid-Following and Grid-Forming control concepts for power applications.
brBackground in power conversion applications for energy or industrial markets.
brDesirable experience in energy design and calculation for photovoltaic plants, including microgrid sizing and energy balancing.
brFamiliarity with electrical system modelling.
brProficiency in C/C++ and Python programming languages.
brAdvanced English proficiency is required.
brYou will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team which is committed to innovation, continuous improvement.
brYou will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow, we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities.
brCome 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.