Control Application Engineer - Power Conversion

hitachi; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Meal Allowance

Life Insurance

Medical Check-up

Psychological assistance

Language trainings

Coaching & Assessments

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy Spain, S.A.U. in Madrid, Spain, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and implement control and protection systems for Power Conversion products and applications.

You will contribute to the Power Converter Solutions competence center, supporting testing, commissioning and documentation, with a focus on STATCOM and rail power systems. Fluency in English and a proactive, analytical mindset are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Up to 3 years of relevant experience in control systems, power electronics, or similar.
• Familiarity with MATLAB Simulink, HiDraw or Compact Control Builder.

Responsabilidades

• Design and program control and protection software for power converter systems.
• Define technical requirements and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Test and validate control systems in simulation, real-time environments, and hardware.
• Support commissioning activities and customer training—both remotely and on-site.
• Maintain software and documentation for control and protection systems.
• Contribute to technical discussions during concept and tender phases.
• Travel to customer sites for commissioning (at least 15% of time).

Conocimientos

Fluent English

Analytical thinking

Proactive attitude

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

MATLAB Simulink

HiDraw

Compact Control Builder

Descripción del empleo

Location: Madrid, Spain

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 building and expanding our ES Regional Office (ESOPC) in Madrid, Spain, within the Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU).

In this role, you will actively participate in designing and implementing control and protection systems for Hitachi Energy's Power Conversion products and applications.

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 and rail power supply systems. We also provide solutions for hydro pump stations 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, while also increasing the overall system efficiency.

How you'll make an impact

• Design and program control and protection software for power converter systems.
• Define technical requirements and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Test and validate control systems in simulation, real-time environments, and hardware.
• Support commissioning activities and customer training-both remotely and on-site.
• Maintain software and documentation for control and protection systems.
• Contribute to technical discussions during concept and tender phases.
• Enjoying global traveling and commissioning (At least 15% of the working time)

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Up to 3 years of relevant experience in control systems, power electronics, or similar.
• Familiarity with tools like Matlab Simulink, HiDraw, or Compact Control Builder.
• Willingness to travel - commissioning and On-site experience in an electrical environment is highly welcomed.
• Fluent in English. (Other European languages are a plus).
• Strong analytical skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work collaboratively.

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.

• 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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