Electrical Engineer | Manama, Bahrain

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Manama; On-site; BHD 8,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Bahrain seeks an Electrical Engineer to contribute to design, development, and testing of innovative electrical systems and components across Hitachi product lines. Apply electrical engineering principles to deliver robust, safe solutions.

You will design circuits, write schematics, run simulations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle. A degree in electrical engineering and CAD/simulation experience are required, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience in electrical design and development, preferably in power systems, industrial automation, automotive, electronics.
• Strong understanding of circuit theory, electromagnetics, and control systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience with SPICE and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Familiarity with electrical components, sensors, and actuators.
• Knowledge of safety standards (UL, CE) and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and analyze circuits, power and control systems.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and component specs.
• Perform calculations and simulations for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and project teams across lifecycles.
• Test, debug, and validate electrical hardware and integrated systems.
• Troubleshoot issues during development, production, field deployment.
• Research new technologies to enhance product capabilities.
• Prepare design specs, test plans, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

Circuit theory

Electromagnetics

Control systems

PCB layout

Schematic capture

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelors/Masters in EE

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Eagle

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Mission statement:

Hitachi, Ltd. is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and testing of innovative electrical systems and components. This role involves applying electrical engineering principles to create robust and efficient solutions across various Hitachi product lines.

How will you make an impact:

• Design, simulate, and analyze electrical circuits, power systems, and control systems for new and existing products.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and component specifications.
• Perform calculations and simulations to ensure system performance, reliability, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and project managers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct testing, debugging, and validation of electrical hardware and integrated systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during development, production, and field deployment.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, components, and methodologies to enhance product capabilities.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

Your Background:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience in electrical design and development, preferably in a relevant industry (e.g., power systems, industrial automation, automotive, electronics).
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including circuit theory, electromagnetics, and control systems.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD software (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD, Eagle) for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Familiarity with various electrical components, sensors, and actuators.
• Knowledge of safety standards (e.g., UL, CE) and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Entry Level

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-10-28

Reference number R0148070

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.