Control & Protection Software Design Engineer

Hitachi; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is seeking a Control & Protection Software Design Engineer in Glasgow. This hybrid role involves designing and integrating HVDC control functions and requires a strong background in control system design. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience with HVDC projects. Join a passionate team and contribute to a global impact in energy technology.

Benefits

Holistic range of competitive benefit programs

Flexible working from office and home

Qualifications

• Experience with HVDC projects and control system design/testing.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong interest in industrial application development and programming.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, test, integrate, verify, and deploy HVDC control & protection application functions.
• Document processes and conduct customer training.
• Travel internationally for assignments.

Skills

Experience with HVDC projects and control system design/testing

Strong interest in industrial application development and programming

Fluency in English

Experience in digital technology and signal processing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical area

Job description

Location:

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0102553

Date Posted:

2025-08-17

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Join us at Hitachi Energy as a Control & Protection Software Design Engineer and be part of a team dedicated to revolutionizing energy transmission with HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) technology.

Please note this position if of a hybrid nature (3 days working out of our central Glasgow office).

Please also note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

• Exciting Work Environment: Collaborate with a passionate team to deliver world-class technology and develop the best HVDC control systems for our customers.
• Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the flexibility of working from our Glasgow and your home office.
• Global Impact: Contribute to an ultra-relevant industry and help save the planet.

How you’ll make an impact

• Design, maintain, test, integrate, verify, and deploy HVDC control & protection application functions.
• Document processes and conduct customer training.
• Travel internationally for assignments.

Your background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical area.
• Experience with HVDC projects and control system design/testing.
• Strong interest in industrial application development and programming.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in digital technology, signal processing, control system design, and power system industry.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.

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