Control and Protection Commissioning Engineer (f/m/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Mannheim; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Germany AG in Mannheim seeks a Control and Protection Commissioning Engineer for HVDC. You will lead commissioning of Control and Protection and SCADA at customer sites, contribute to hand-over and trial operations of HVDC links, and collaborate with global teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, experience in HVDC/SCADA, and fluency in English. Occasional international travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering.
• Experience from Control and Protection or SCADA scope from design or testing project stages.
• Experience from AC sub-stations or HVDC technology.
• Experience in Commissioning work in plants of different sizes, complexities, and technologies.
• Experience with MACH, IEC61850, HVDC projects, programming of IED relays is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to coach others in commissioning.
• Ability to work according to relevant legislations and standards with a pragmatic approach.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute testing and commissioning activities including test equipment.
• Assist in technical discussions with the client and the client’s consultants.
• Be well informed about the Scope and Division of Work.
• Ensure changes are identified and communicated to the Commissioning Manager.
• Ensure commitments to the customer are met per the contract.
• Support in tender work for commissioning scope.
• Participate and analyze disturbances during commissioning and operation.
• Align with Hitachi Energy’s values of safety and integrity.

Skills

Control & Protection

SCADA

HVDC

MACH

IEC61850

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering

Tools

IED relays programming

IEC61850

Job description

Location: Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID: R0128364

Date Posted: 2026-05-28

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

Embrace Diversity and Innovation! High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) is a key enabler for a carbon-neutral energy system. It is highly efficient for transmitting large amounts of electricity over long distances, integration of renewables and interconnecting grids, opening for new sustainable transmission solutions. By joining the HVDC team in Germany (DEHVDC), you will be contributing to the energy transition in Germany and around the world.

Control and Protection Commissioning Engineer for HVDC

The quality and innovation of the engineering in our products, systems and service offerings keeps our customers ahead. Developing solutions for our customers all over the world and working on our market-leading technologies will challenge and enrich your work and your mind. As a Control and Protection Commissioning Engineer you will be part of HVDC unit. You will get involved to the later stages of system test in Hitachi Energy premises. You will lead the commissioning activities of Control and Protection and SCADA at customer’s premises. You will be part of the hand-over and trial operation of HVDC links. You will have a direct interface with our customers. You will have the opportunity to develop your expertise in HVDC technology, lead some of the most interesting projects in the energy field and you will have the opportunity to travel the world.

For this role we are looking for engineers with different levels of experience.

Your responsibilities

• You organize and execute activities related to testing and commissioning work including responsibility for organizing test equipment.
• You assist in technical discussions with the client and the client’s consultants.
• You are well informed about the Scope and Division of Work.
• You ensure that all changes are identified and communicated to the Commissioning Manager.
• You assure that commitments to the customer are met and in accordance with the contract.
• You support in tender work for commissioning scope.
• You participate and analyze any disturbances that may occur on the system during the commissioning and operation.
• You live Hitachi Energys core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience form Control and Protection or SCADA scope from design or testing project stages.
• Experience from AC sub-stations or HVDC technology.
• Experience in Commissioning work in plants of different sizes, complexities, and technologies.
• Experience with MACH, IEC61850, HVDC projects, programming of IED relays is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills as well as an ability to coach others in the commissioning area.
• Ability to work according to relevant legislations and standards but with a pragmatic and smooth way of working.
• Capacity to handle many parallel activities.

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Company culture and values

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.