R&D HIL (Hardware in the Loop) Specialist - IDC

Hitachi; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED in Bengaluru, India seeks a seasoned engineer to drive V&V for PCS products. You will model converters, develop control strategies, and collaborate with global teams on system integrations and validation.

The role emphasizes advanced power electronics, topologies, and simulation tools, with travel up to 20–30%. Fluency in English and strong documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Power Electronics and Control; PhD preferred.
• 5+ years experience in control for Power Conversion Systems.
• Proficient with automatic control theory for power electronics.
• Experience with PCS topologies modelling and simulation including modulation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Model power electronics converters and digital controllers in hardware-in-the-loop simulations.
• Own system V&V processes for PCS portfolio with customer assets and requirements.
• Define and implement system V&V planning and support delivery projects.
• Interact with Product Management, external consultants, and internal customers globally.
• Produce documentation, version tracking and quality checks.
• Provide training and support to PCS colleagues, customers, and consultants.

Skills

Power electronics

Control theory

System modelling & simulation

Python

PyTest

English communication

Education

Masters in Power Electronics & Control

PhD preferred

Tools

Typhoon

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

Job description

Location:

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job ID:

R0125667

Date Posted:

2026-05-05

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

You shall be working in the research and development department, whichis responsible forthe control and automation logics relevant to Energy Storage,Photovoltaics, Hybridsolutionsand Automation systemswithin the Grid Automation Business Unit – Power Conversion Systems team.

The proposed role is available in the Hitachi Energy Grid Automation offices in Genova Italy,and in Seville.

Being part of a global team, youshall interact with the different stakeholders of the organization and Operational units worldwide.

Your focus shall be on theverification & validation (V&V)of Hitachi Energy PCS product portfolio (PCS and Automation), with focus onthe systemsfeatures for several applications, PV, BESS, Hybrid systems,grid connected and islandedpower systems,etc..

Howyou’llmake an impact

• You shallleverageyour extensive knowledgeformodelling:Power Electronicsconverters, digitalcontrollers,renewable and thermalgeneration assets, loadsin Hardware in the Loopto performSystem Integrationsimulationswhen the different assets are grid connected of inisland operation.

• You willbe responsible forthesystemHiLV&VprocessesforPCS product portfolio integrated withspecificcustomeradditionalassets andfunctional requirements.

• Working with the R&D senior management you shallparticipatein the definition andimplementationthesystemV&Vplanning, beingsupporting thedifferent applicationsdelivery and rollouttoexecution projects.

• As part of the R&Dteamyou will have the opportunity to interact with Product Management, external consultants, and internal customers globallylocated.

• Responsible for documentation generation, versiontrackingand quality checks.

• Provide training and support of PCS colleagues, customers, and consultants.

Your background

• Mastersdegree, preferably in Power Electronicstopologies andControl, with a focus on power electronics current and voltage control loops and modulation techniques. A PhD in the area is preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in control techniques applied to Power Conversion Systems, preferably applied to 3 Phase DC/AC 2 and 3 level topologies and DC/DC converters.

• Proficient with automatic control theory and techniques applied to power electronics.

• Proficient in PCS topologies operation,modellingand simulation including modulation techniques (scalar and vectorial).

• Proficient with Power Electronics and Control System modelling tools (Typhoon,MatlabSimulink, PLECS).

• Knowledge of Python,PyTestand simulation automation techniques is a plus.

• Solid presentation skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken.

• High awarenessforquality,processandtoolin relatedarea.

• Self-motivated, independent,organizedand structured way of working.

• Able tooperatein a highly motivated team environment.

• Availability to travel globally (20 - 30% of the time)

More about us

We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

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