R&D Simulation Model Engineer - IDC

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Development Centre in Chennai seeks a Power Systems Engineer to develop, deliver, and maintain base models for PSCAD, PSSE Dig SILENT, Power Factory and EMTP-RV.

You will translate customer requirements into scalable models, collaborate with Power Quality and LP STATCOM teams, and document technical reports. ME Power Systems/Power Electronics with 0–3+ years and knowledge of FORTRAN, Python, MATLAB and C are required.

Qualifications

• ME Power Systems or ME Power Electronics degree preferred.
• 0–3+ years of modelling IBRs for power quality and power conversion.
• Experience with EMT/DC/PSCAD, PSS/E, EMTP-RV and Dig Silent PowerFactory.
• Proficiency in FORTRAN, Python, MATLAB and C.
• Understanding of power electronics in HV/EHV systems.
• Experience with power system studies (load flow, short circuit, transient stability, switching transients).
• Knowledge of IEEE/CIGRE guidelines for simulation model development.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and maintain base models in PSCAD, PSSE Dig SILENT, PowerFactory and EMTP-RV.
• Create models based on customer requirements for power electronics applications.
• Maintain scalable models aligned with control platform changes.
• Collaborate with Power Quality, Power Conversion and LP STATCOM teams.
• Write technical reports to facilitate model usage by customers.
• Troubleshoot models, trace faults, and support customer adaptations.
• Benchmark simulation models across software to ensure accuracy.
• Follow processes and guidelines for on-time model delivery.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and Hitachi Energy policies.

Skills

FORTRAN

Python

MATLAB

C

Education

ME Power Systems

ME Power Electronics

Tools

EMTDC

PSCAD

PSS/E

EMTP-RV

Dig SILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID: R0140763

Date Posted: 2026-08-19

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity: Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. We help to power your home, keep the factories running, and our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

Hitachi Energy India Development Centre (IDC) is a research and development facility with around 500 R&D engineers, specialists, and experts, who focus on creating and sustaining digital solutions, new products and technology. This includes product integration, testing, cybersecurity, and certification. The India Development Centre is situated in Chennai and Bangalore. IDC collaborates with the R&D and Research centres of Hitachi Energy, which are spread across more than 15 locations throughout 12 countries. In the past 20 years, IDC has secured more than 200 international papers and 150+ patents.

Develop, deliver, and maintain base models for various applications in different simulation environments to fulfil business needs for different stakeholders in power quality and power conversion.

How you’ll make an impact:

Developing Base models and component development in PSCAD, PSSE Dig SILENT, Power Factory and EMTP-RV for Power electronics-based applications.

Understand the customer requirements and developing models for customers in the above-mentioned software.

Responsible for developing scalable models and maintaining them in line with control platform changes.

Extensive contact with engineering groups (Power Quality, Power conversion and LP STATCOM), Application engineering, and Product management.

Writing technical reports for the Base models to facilitate the ease of using the models.

Model troubleshooting, fault tracing issues and supporting customers in adapting the models to the customer-specific networks.

Simulation model benchmarking in different simulation software’s Understanding grid codes and adapting the models in accordance with the requirements.

Diligently follow the process and guidelines around model delivery thereby ensuring the quality and on time delivery of the simulation model.

Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background:

• Required ME Power Systems / ME Power Electronics with 0-3+ years of experience in modelling IBR’s for power quality and power conversion applications.
• You should have experience in simulation tools such as EMTDC / PSCAD, PSS/E, EMPTV-RV and Dig Silent Power factory.
• Required Good knowledge of FORTRAN, Python, MATLAB and C.
• Understanding application of Power Electronics in HV/EHV system.
• Experience in performing power system studies like load flow, short circuit, transient stabilityand switching transients for utility / industrial. systems.
• Familiar with IEEE/CIGRE guidelines for simulation model development.
• Good knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose.
• Curiosity to explore and continuously learn changing power system landscape.
• Zeal to explore the potential of different simulation software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

More about us:

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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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.

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