Associate Technical Consultant, Power Systems

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in electrification seeks an Associate Technical Consultant in Birmingham. You'll develop advisory projects for major electricity sector players and build long-lasting relationships. This hybrid role requires a Master's in electrical engineering and strong proficiency in technical tools like C++, MATLAB, and Python. Join a global leader in innovative power-grid technologies and contribute to a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, electrical power systems, or related field.
• Experience and knowledge of the electric power industry, market, systems, and equipment.
• Proficiency with C++, MATLAB, Simulink, GaBi Dfx, Homer, Python.
• Analytical and solution-oriented working style.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and systemic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on consulting assignments using established standards and methods.
• Propose technical solutions to meet client needs and seek feedback.
• Conduct market studies and qualitative/quantitative analysis.
• Help drive project proposals including approaches and timelines.
• Live core values of safety and integrity.

Skills

C++

MATLAB

Simulink

GaBi Dfx

Homer

Python

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Fluency in English

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Advanced degrees preferred (Ph.D., MBA)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerApps

VBA

Job description

Hitachi Energy has an exciting new opportunity for an Associate Technical Consultant, Power Consulting. You will be responsible for the development of advisory projects for major electricity sector agents, including distribution, transmission, retail, and generators, helping them deal with regulatory, economic, and electricity challenges. You will assist in building and retaining long‑lasting relationships with internal and external customers to support profitable growth and ongoing satisfaction. The position is hybrid, with 2‑3 days working from our central Birmingham offices. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

How you’ll make an impact

• Work in an environment of international collaboration within the different Power Consulting units, working on consulting assignments using established standards, methods, and technologies to develop solutions and resolve issues.
• Propose technical and engineering solutions to meet client needs and actively seek feedback for improvement.
• Conduct work—research, market studies, qualitative and quantitative analysis, policy support, report writing, and presentation development—across a range of international climate and energy projects.
• Help drive project proposals, including approaches, timelines, staffing plans, and budgets.
• Cooperate and work in teams with leading specialists, and benefit from Hitachi Energy’s well‑defined career path, ensuring an exciting and motivating career with fast development along your interests and personality traits.
• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical power systems, or a related field (required). Advanced degrees preferred (Master’s, Ph.D., MBA).
• Experience and knowledge of the electric power industry, market, systems, and equipment.
• Ability to identify opportunities for new and repeat consulting business.
• Proficiency with C++, MATLAB, Simulink, GaBi Dfx, Homer, Python, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Power BI, PowerApps, and VBA).
• Analytical and solution‑oriented working style.
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and systemic thinking skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of additional sectors such as electric transport, battery storage, offshore wind, hydrogen, virtual power plants, and beneficial.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power‑grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge—balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonising the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.