Senior Power Applications Engineer

HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Employee assistance resources

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Canada Inc. is seeking a Senior Power Applications Engineer to design and develop advanced power network applications that optimize and control electrical grids.

You will help utilities and energy markets analyze power flow, contingencies, and real-time control while collaborating with engineers, developers, and customers on scalable, high-performance software solutions. The role requires expertise in power systems, strong programming skills, and familiarity with Linux.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Expertise in power network applications and control systems.
• Strong programming skills in high-performance software development environments.
• Experience with power system software used by utilities or energy markets.
• Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems and strong analytical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer engineering, business, and software requirements.
• Design and develop advanced power network applications.
• Support network modeling, power flow, and contingency analysis solutions.
• Perform software testing, integration, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot issues and support product releases.
• Research emerging technologies and advancements in power systems.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams in technical discussions.

Skills

Power system software

Power network applications

High-performance programming

Linux

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

Linux

Job description

Location: Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

Ready to help shape the future of energy? Join Hitachi Energy as a Senior Power Applications Engineer and play a key role in delivering advanced software solutions that support reliable, efficient, and sustainable power systems around the world. In this exciting role, you will work at the intersection of power engineering and software development, helping utilities and energy market operators optimize and manage complex electrical networks. You will contribute to the design and development of sophisticated applications for network modeling, power flow analysis, contingency analysis, and real-time control systems. Working alongside talented engineers, developers, and customers, you will transform complex technical challenges into scalable, high-performance solutions that improve grid reliability and operational efficiency. This is an opportunity to expand your expertise, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to innovative technologies that support the global energy transition. If you are passionate about power systems, problem-solving, and developing impactful solutions that make a real-world difference, this role offers an environment where you can grow your career while helping build a more sustainable energy future.

How you'll make an impact

• Analyze customer engineering, business, and software requirements.
• Design and develop advanced power network applications.
• Support network modeling, power flow, and contingency analysis solutions.
• Perform software testing, integration, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot issues and support product releases.
• Propose efficient, scalable, and high-performance technical solutions.
• Research emerging technologies and advancements in power systems.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams while representing the organization in technical discussions.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Expertise in power network applications and control systems.
• Strong programming skills in high-performance software development environments.
• Experience with power system software used by utilities or energy markets.
• Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems and strong analytical problem-solving skills.

More about us

Be part of a global technology leader driving innovation and sustainability across the energy sector. Enjoy competitive benefits including comprehensive insurance coverage, retirement savings support, wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and a hybrid work environment. Grow your career through challenging projects, continuous learning opportunities, and collaboration with industry-leading experts.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.