R&D Power Validation & Certification Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Bollullos de la Mitación; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global technology leader in energy solutions seeks a Power Validation & Certification Engineer in Bollullos de la Mitación, Spain. You will be critical in validating power electronics and control systems for renewable energy projects. The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, solid experience in electronic product validation, and proficiency in Spanish and English. Join a leading firm committed to a sustainable energy future and enjoy the opportunity to work across the entire product development lifecycle.

Formación

• Solid professional experience in validation of electronic products and embedded software.
• Hands-on experience using laboratory instrumentation for testing.
• Knowledge of power electronics converters and electrical system design.

Responsabilidades

• Define and execute validation tests for power electronics components.
• Perform commissioning activities for power conversion systems.
• Generate clear technical reports for engineering and certification teams.

Conocimientos

Validation of electronic products

Power electronics knowledge

Analytic mindset

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English

Safety awareness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Laboratory instrumentation

HIL systems

Descripción del empleo

R&D Power Validation & Certification Engineer

We are looking for a highly motivated Power Electronics Modelling & Simulation Expert to join our Product Innovation & Development team. You will contribute to the design, simulation, validation, and commissioning ofuseum advanced power conversion systems for renewable energy and energy storage applications, working in a collaborative and international environment.

This role offers the opportunity to work across the full product development lifecycle, from concept and modelling to laboratory validation and certification.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Define and execute validation, proof‑of‑concept, and certification tests for power electronics hardware and software components, both in laboratory and field environments.
• Perform commissioning activities for power conversion and control systems, including interfaces with photovoltaic and energy storage systems.
• Analyse logs, signals, errors, and performance metrics, generating clear, reusable technical reports to support engineering, quality, and certification teams.
• Participate in defining validation strategies, test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria, and ensure full traceability from requirements to final reports.
• Manage test automation, data collection using laboratory instrumentation, and maintain validation and HIL test setups.
• Support component approval, product certification processes, and compliance with applicable standards and grid codes.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical field (minimum requirement).
• Solid professional experience in validation of electronic products and/or embedded software, including laboratory test benches and HIL systems.
• Advanced knowledge of power electronics converters, electrical system design, and control, with hands‑on experience using laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience with prototype testing, customer tests, commissioning activities, and preparation of validation and certification documentation.
• Knowledge of standards such as UL1741, IEC62477, IEC62109, IEC60076, and grid code compliance is highly valued.
• High level of proficiency in segn Spanish and English, strong safety awareness, analytic mindset, and a proactive, self‑driven attitude.

About Us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, advancing a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital solutions at its core. More than three billion people rely on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of pioneering mission‑critical technologies—including power electronics, automation, and high‑voltage solutions—we are addressing one of the most urgent challenges of our time: balancing rapidly growing electricity demand while accelerating the transition to a low‑carbon energy system. maksimal.

Headquartered in Switzerland, Hitachi Energy employs over 50,000 people across 60 countries and generates annual revenues of approximately USD 16 billion.

We invite you to apply and join our journey towards a more sustainable energy future.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing and Services for Renewable Energy

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