Power Electronics Controls R&D Lead

Hitachi Energy; Henegouwen; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Power Electronics Research and Development Engineer to lead the development of advanced control technologies for next-generation power electronic systems.

You will collaborate with global R&D teams, mentor engineers, and contribute to the commercialization of innovative control solutions that strengthen a more sustainable and resilient power grid. A MS/PhD and 5+ years in the field are expected.

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Systems, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in power electronics controls or related technologies.
• Strong theoretical foundation in control systems and dynamic modeling.
• Proven experience developing control algorithms for converters, inverters, rectifiers, energy storage, or grid-connected power electronics.
• Expertise in MATLAB/Simulink and modern control methodologies.
• Knowledge of grid synchronization, PLL design, grid-forming/following control, and power quality analysis.
• Experience with HIL testing and real-time simulation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs and teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement; fluent in English.

Responsabilités

• Lead research and development on control systems for power electronic converters and grid-connected systems.
• Develop control algorithms for voltage-source and bidirectional converters, and active front ends.
• Create control strategies for microgrids, grid-forming converters, and power quality improvements.
• Model, simulate, and verify systems using MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSCAD, RTDS, OPAL-RT.
• Lead HIL, SIL, and real-time simulation activities.
• Collaborate with hardware, transformer, software, and systems teams to optimize performance.
• Drive invention disclosures, patents, and publications; engage in conferences and standards bodies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to global R&D teams.
• Support technology transfer from research to commercial products.

Connaissances

Power electronics controls

Control theory

Project leadership

Communication skills

English fluency

Formation

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Outils

MATLAB/Simulink

Real-time simulation

HIL testing

DSPs/FPGA

Description du poste

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Power Electronics Research and Development Engineer to lead the development of advanced control technologies for next-generation power electronic systems.

You will collaborate with global R&D teams, mentor engineers, and contribute to the commercialization of innovative control solutions that strengthen a more sustainable and resilient power grid. A MS/PhD and 5+ years in the field are expected.