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

Hitachi, Ltd.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 9,562,000 - 12,750,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Grid Automation invites an experienced R&D professional to lead the verification and validation of the PCS product portfolio, including PV, BESS, hybrids, and grid-connected configurations. You will model power electronics and coordinate system V&V planning, collaborating with Product Management and external consultants to drive delivery across global projects.

The role requires strong English communication, a Masters (PhD preferred) in power electronics, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Power Electronics or related field; PhD preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in control techniques for Power Conversion Systems.
• Proficiency in automatic control theory and power electronics.
• Experience with PCS topologies modelling, simulation, and modulation techniques.
• Knowledge of Python, PyTest and simulation automation is a plus.
• Strong presentation skills and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead verification & validation (V&V) for PCS products (PV, BESS, hybrids, grid‑connected/islanded systems).
• Define and implement system V&V planning with R&D management and applications teams.
• Create documentation, version tracking and quality checks.
• Collaborate with Product Management, external consultants and customers worldwide.
• Provide training and support to PCS colleagues and partners.

Skills

Power electronics

Control theory

English fluency

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in Power Electronics

PhD preferred

Tools

Typhoon

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

Python

PyTest

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..

How you’ll make 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.