Senior R&D Control Engineer – Grid-Forming Power Tech

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

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an R&D Senior Control Engineer in Seville to innovate in power conversion systems and renewable energy technologies. The role requires a BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering and strong expertise in control algorithms, system stability analysis, and simulation tools like PSCAD. Candidates should have experience with closed-loop control systems and proficiency in C/C++ and Python. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to shaping future energy systems, offering extensive technical exposure in a global tech leader.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Power Systems, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of frequency and voltage regulation controls for electrical networks.
• Hands-on experience with PSCAD or similar simulation tools.
• Proven experience developing closed-loop control systems for power converters.
• Knowledge of Grid-Forming and Grid-Following systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms for power converters.
• Analyse system stability and electrical transients.
• Perform modelling and simulation of electrical systems.
• Support grid code compliance studies.
• Conduct proof-of-concept activities in laboratory environments.

Skills

Control algorithms

System stability analysis

Modelling and simulation

Closed-loop control systems

C/C++

Python

Education

BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PSCAD

PowerFactory

PSSE

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking an R&D Senior Control Engineer in Seville to innovate in power conversion systems and renewable energy technologies. The role requires a BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering and strong expertise in control algorithms, system stability analysis, and simulation tools like PSCAD. Candidates should have experience with closed-loop control systems and proficiency in C/C++ and Python. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to shaping future energy systems, offering extensive technical exposure in a global tech leader.