Electrical Design Engineer

hitachi; Madrid; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Spain, S.A.U. is seeking an Electrical Lead Engineer in Madrid to oversee electrical engineering deliverables across projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high-quality technical outcomes.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, around five years in power systems, and proficiency with ECAD tools (Zuken E3, Engineering Base) and ETAP. Strong communication in English is essential for our international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Around 5 years of experience in Power Systems, Power quality, Power Grid Solution, Power transmission (HVDC), Substations.
• Knowledge of Electric Cad systems; Zuken E3 and Engineering Base are beneficial.
• Knowledge of calculation tools; ETAP is a benefit.
• Knowledge of relay configuration.
• Proficiency in English is essential; additional languages valued.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Electrical Engineering deliverables in projects, including planning, coordinating, and communicating all technical aspects related to the Electrical scope of work within the project.
• Delivering electrical design deliverables in the following areas: Electrical Plant Schematic, Control Cubicle Design, Relay Cubicle Design, Station Power design, Cable engineering.
• Turning customer expectations and requirements into safe, qualitative, and cost-effective designs based on base solutions, internal design rules, and national regulations in the country of delivery.
• Collaborating within Electrical Engineering, as well as with System, Primary Engineering, Studies, and Civil Engineering teams.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ECAD knowledge

Zuken E3

Engineering Base

ETAP

Relay configuration

Job description

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 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.

As an Electrical Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for the electrical engineering scope of projects, ensuring high-quality technical deliverables while coordinating activities across multidisciplinary teams.

How you'll make an impact

• Responsible for Electrical Engineering deliverables in projects, including planning, coordinating, and communicating all technical aspects related to the Electrical scope of work within the project.
• Delivering electrical design deliverables in the following areas: Electrical Plant Schematic, Control Cubicle Design, Relay Cubicle Design, Station Power design (after Auxiliary transformer), Cable engineering (
• Turning customer expectations and requirements into safe, qualitative, and cost-effective designs based on base solutions, internal design rules, and national regulations in the country of delivery.
• Collaborating within Electrical Engineering, as well as with System, Primary Engineering, Studies, and Civil Engineering teams.

Your background

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar work experience.
• Around 5 years of experience in Power Systems, Power quality, Power Grid Solution, Power transmission (HVDC), Substations
• Extensive knowledge of Electric Cad system. Zuken E3 and Engineering Base is a benefit.
• Knowledge of calculation tools. ETAP is a benefit.
• Knowledge of relay configuration.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach, governance, and strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in English is essential for this role, given the international nature of our work environment. Additional language skills will be highly valued

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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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. 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