Commissioning Control Engineer

Hitachi; Madrid; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Meal Allowance

Life Insurance

Medical Check-up

Psychological assistance

Language trainings

Coaching & Assessments

Résumé du poste

Hitachi Energy Spain, S.A.U. is seeking a Commissioning Control Engineer to join the Madrid Center of Excellence and help commission high-power electronic converters for grid applications.

You will plan and execute cold/hot/wet commissioning, coordinate with customers and teams, travel to sites up to 80%, and contribute to energy transition projects while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (university/technical college)
• Experience in process control and software design
• Familiar with industrial communication protocols (OPC, IEC61850, IEC60870-5-104, DNP3)
• Experience in testing and commissioning of power converters or substations
• Fluent English with good communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 80% on site

Responsabilités

• Plan and prepare cold/hot/wet commissioning for power electronic converters
• Interface testing, energization (low/high voltage) and documentation
• Commissioning coordination between customer, own team and other involved parties
• Site and installation inspection, testing of the water cooling unit
• Ensure on-time completion with focus on quality, cost and compliance with norms
• Perform customer and maintenance training on site
• Short-time mobilization for service activities on demand

Connaissances

Process control

Software design

Industrial communication protocols

Testing and commissioning

Travel readiness

English fluency

Formation

Electrical Engineering degree

Outils

OPC

IEC61850

IEC60870-5-104

DNP3

Description du poste

Location:

Madrid, Spain

Job ID:

R0143187

Date Posted:

2026-11-03

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of energy?

At Hitachi Energy, we are establishing and expanding our Operation Center of Excellence in Madrid (ESOPC) within the Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international team and contribute to projects that support the energy transition and a more sustainable future.

At our competence center “Power Converter Solutions”, we have a leading position in the development, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of high power electronic converters mainly for STATCOM, rail power supply stations, hydro pump storage systems and grid interties. With the help of our highly efficient converters, we contribute to the integration of renewable energies into the electrical grid of tomorrow and at the same time increase the overall system efficiency.

To strengthen our control engineering team, we are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Commissioning Control Engineer with interest in power electronics and control technology. You have a quick perception as well as an independent, structured and proactive work style, then this is the right challenge for you.

How you will make an impact

• Plan and preparation of cold / hot / wet commissioning for power electronic converters

• Responsible for interface testing, energization (low and high voltage) and documentation

• Commissioning coordination between customer, own team and other involved parties

• Site and installation inspection, filling and testing of the water cooling unit

• Ensure on-time completion with focus on quality, cost and in compliance with applicable norms and regulations

• Perform customer and maintenance training on site

• Short-time mobilization for service activities on demand

Your background

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (university / technical college, Bachelor or Master)
• Working experience in process control and software design (OLC, CLC, Protection, HMI)
• Familiar with industrial communication protocols (OPC, IEC61850, IEC60870-5-104, DNP3)
• Experience in testing and commissioning of power converters or substations
• Fast learner with excellent problem solving skills and a structured approach to work
• You are fluent in English with good communications and interpersonal skills
• Enjoy global traveling and commissioning with 80% of the time on sites
• It is an advantage to have a valid driving license

More about us

A holistic range of competitive benefit program to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language trainings, Coaching & Assessments.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.