R&D Grid-Forming Control Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Bollullos de la Mitación; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Strong learning and development opportunities

Focus on innovation and continuous improvement

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking an R&D Control Engineer in Bollullos de la Mitación, Spain. This role involves developing and commissioning advanced control solutions for power converters and energy storage systems. You will engage in system stability studies, develop control algorithms, and collaborate with diverse teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and expertise in grid control concepts. Join us in advancing a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc degree in Engineering or equivalent technical field.
• Strong knowledge of frequency and voltage regulation control.
• Proven experience with closed-loop control systems.

Responsibilities

• Hybridisation of renewable energy generation sources.
• System stability and response analysis to electrical transients.
• Develop and validate control system functionalities.

Skills

Frequency and voltage regulation control

Closed-loop control systems

Control algorithms for power electronics

C/C++ programming

Python programming

Simulation tools (e.g., PSCAD)

Grid-Following and Grid-Forming control

Hardware-in-the-Loop systems

Energy design for photovoltaic plants

Education

BSc or MSc degree in Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSSE

Job description

A leading energy solutions company is seeking an R&D Control Engineer in Bollullos de la Mitación, Spain. This role involves developing and commissioning advanced control solutions for power converters and energy storage systems. You will engage in system stability studies, develop control algorithms, and collaborate with diverse teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and expertise in grid control concepts. Join us in advancing a sustainable energy future.