Global Project Control Engineer - Power Electronics

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Lavamünd; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a motivated Project Control Engineer for our Competence Center “Power Converter Solutions”. You will plan, execute, and control engineering aspects of high‑power converter projects, from hardware and software concepts to documentation and commissioning.

You’ll coordinate interfaces between customers, sub‑suppliers, and internal teams, develop control software, assist with testing on real‑time platforms, and support sales with technical concepts and tender

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
• Hands-on experience with MATLAB/Simulink is essential
• Strong knowledge of process control and software design (e.g. OLC, CLC, Protection, HMI)
• Willingness to travel globally for commissioning assignments (approx. 20%)
• Fluency in English and German

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute control engineering aspects of projects, including hardware and software concepts, specifications, and documentation
• Coordinate technical interfaces between customers, sub-suppliers, and internal teams
• Define and evaluate hardware interfaces, including electrical components and design reviews
• Develop and implement control software, including testing on real-time simulation platforms
• Perform commissioning, testing, and customer training on-site
• Provide technical support during project execution and after delivery
• Support the sales team in the preparation of technical concepts and tender documentation
• Collaborate closely with control, system, and mechanical engineering teams as well as project management

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Control systems

Real-time software testing

English & German fluency

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

Tools

OPC

IEC 61850

IEC 60870-5-104

DNP3

Job description

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a motivated Project Control Engineer for our Competence Center “Power Converter Solutions”. You will plan, execute, and control engineering aspects of high‑power converter projects, from hardware and software concepts to documentation and commissioning.

You’ll coordinate interfaces between customers, sub‑suppliers, and internal teams, develop control software, assist with testing on real‑time platforms, and support sales with technical concepts and tender