Team Lead - Power Electronics Engineering

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Meal Allowance

Life Insurance

Medical Check‑up

Psychological assistance

Language trainings

Coaching & Assessments

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Spain, S.A.U. in Madrid seeks a Power Electronics Engineering Team Leader to guide a skilled team delivering Grid Integration projects. You will blend technical leadership with people development to ensure safety, quality and customer value.

The role requires managing seven engineers, coordinating with global centers, and travel up to 10% annually. Fluency in English and Spanish is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical).
• Experience leading a team in control engineering or similar roles.
• Multicultural leadership experience is required.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Power Electronics Engineers, focusing on Grid Integration projects.
• Balance engineering delivery with people leadership, ~50/50 split.
• Oversee Control Application activities (HIL/SIL) and project delivery.
• Coordinate with Engineering Managers across global centers and budget planning.

Skills

Team leadership

HIL

SIL

C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

English fluency

Spanish fluency

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Location: Madrid, Spain

Job ID: R0130650

Date Posted: 2026-09-23

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The Opportunity Be a part of a global, diverse and dynamic team leading the charge in the energy transition. At Hitachi Energy we are investing to establish and develop an Operation Center of Excellence in Madrid, Spain (ESOPC) within Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU). As Power Electronics Engineering Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in growing and leading a team of highly skilled engineers delivering cutting‑edge Grid Integration and Power Electronics projects. Working within our Grid & Power Quality Solutions business, you will combine technical leadership with people leadership, driving both engineering excellence and team development. Success in this role requires a collaborative leadership style, a passion for developing people, and the ability to navigate complex engineering environments while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer value.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead and develop a team of Power Electronics Engineers, embracing and applying the company’s Purpose, Values, Leadership Model, and Competencies.
• Promote an environment of psychological safety and a strong speak‑up culture.
• Balance operational delivery and people leadership, dedicating approximately 50% of the role to each area while leading a team of seven professionals.
• Oversee Control Application activities including commissioning work within Power Electronics Solutions.
• Ensure the timely and complete delivery of Engineering Work Packages.
• Build, recruit, and onboard a high‑performing team, ensuring sustainable growth and capability development.
• Develop and maintain a strong network with Engineering Managers across the relevant disciplines within the Global Centers of Competence in Sweden and Switzerland.
• Resource Management: Ensure effective resource planning and workload allocation, balancing team capacity, project priorities, and business requirements.
• Budget Management: Support budget planning and forecasting for the assigned cost center.
• Monitor cost performance regularly and proactively implement mitigation actions to address variances and ensure financial targets are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience leading a team in Control Engineering, Lead Engineering, or related roles.
• Experience within the power, utilities, grid integration, substation, or FACTS environment.
• Strong understanding of Control Application (HIL, SIL, C++, Python, Matlab/Simulink) activities and project delivery experience from site works is a plus.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, or developing teams in a multicultural environment.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% annually.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Flexible Working
• Meal Allowance
• Life Insurance
• Medical Check‑up
• Psychological assistance
• Language trainings
• Coaching & Assessments

Accessibility

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About the Company

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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