Senior Project Control Engineer – Power Conversion 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

hitachi; Lavamünd; Vor Ort; EUR 117.000 - 159.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

HITACHI ENERGY LTD in Switzerland seeks an experienced Senior Project Control Engineer to join the Power Converter Solutions center. You will plan and control project hardware and software concepts, and coordinate interfaces with customers and sub-suppliers.

The role involves hands-on control software development, real-time testing, on-site commissioning, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams worldwide, with travel about 20%. Fluency in English and German is required.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's) from university or technical school.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on MATLAB/Simulink essential, with structured text programming and Hidraw advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of power electronics control and software design (OLC/CLC/Protection/HMI).
• Familiarity with industrial protocols (OPC, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3) is a plus.
• Willingness to travel globally (≈20%).
• Fluency in English and German.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute control engineering aspects of projects, including hardware and software concepts.
• Coordinate technical interfaces between customers, sub-suppliers, and internal teams.
• Define and evaluate hardware interfaces and perform design reviews.
• Drive design, development and testing of control software on real-time platforms.
• Perform commissioning, testing, and on-site customer training.
• Provide technical support during project execution and after delivery.
• Support sales with technical concepts and tender documentation.

Kenntnisse

MATLAB/Simulink

Structured text programming

Hidraw

Power electronics control

Software design

English

German

Ausbildung

Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelor's or Master)

Tools

OPC

IEC 61850

IEC 60870-5-104

DNP3

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Turgi, Aargau, Switzerland

Job ID: R0137310

Date Posted: 2026-08-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity

At our Competence Center "Power Converter Solutions", we are at the forefront of developing, manufacturing, installing, and commissioning high‑power electronic converters for applications such as STATCOM, rail power supply systems, hydro pumped storage systems and grid interconnections.

Our solutions play a key role in enabling the integration of renewable energy into modern power grids while improving overall system efficiency.

To strengthen our Control Engineering team, we are looking for an experienced, motivated and hands‑on Senior Project Control Engineer with a strong interest in power electronics and control systems.

If you are a fast learner with a structured and proactive mindset, and you enjoy combining engineering work with real‑world applications - this is your opportunity.

How you’ll make an impact

• 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
• Drive conceptual design, development and support in implementation of control software and 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

Your background

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's, from a university or university of applied sciences)
• Min. 5 years of relevant working experience
• Hands‑on experience with MATLAB / Simulink is essential, with structed text programming and Hidraw as added advantage
• Strong knowledge of process and power electronics control and software design (e.g. OLC, CLC, Protection, HMI)
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g. OPC, IEC 61850, IEC 60870‑5‑104, DNP3) is a plus
• Initial experience in testing, commissioning, or applied engineering is an advantage
• Willingness to travel globally for commissioning assignments (approx. 20% of working time)
• Fluency in English and German

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Additionally, you can expect:

• Work on cutting‑edge technologies in Power Electronics
• Hands‑on experience in international projects and real‑world applications
• A combination of simulation, engineering, and on‑site project work
• Opportunity to grow into a technical expert within a rapidly developing business
• Collaboration within a highly skilled, international engineering team

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