Power System Analysis and Solution algorithm engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness programs

Benefits platform

PPK (Employee Capital Plans)

Home office equipment

Glasses allowance

Company events

Mental health support

Free parking

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O. seeks an industrial specialist focused on power system analysis, modelling, and high-level programming. You will design grid operation approaches, translate complex problems into models, and drive development from concept to production within a global, interdisciplinary team.

The role rewards collaboration, advanced software engineering, and cutting-edge grid solutions, with strong English communication and a focus on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical/Power Systems or related field.
• Proven modelling and steady-state analysis of power grids in software.
• Experience with optimization (MIP/NLP) and modern solvers.
• Experience with ML/AI is a plus.
• Proficiency in C#/C++/Rust or similar language; Python/Matlab for analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative grid operation approaches and deliver robust software modules.
• Translate real power-system problems into rigorous models and solutions.
• Collaborate with a global, interdisciplinary team from concept to production.
• Build relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Communicate concepts clearly to developers, engineers, and customers with design docs and notebooks.

Skills

Power systems modelling

Optimization methods

Machine learning

English communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Power Systems

Tools

Gurobi

CPLEX

Ipopt

Docker

Kubernetes

C#

C++

Rust

Python

Matlab

Job description

Location: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland Job ID: R0145085 Date Posted: 2026-10-14 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: We are looking for a passionate and proficient industrial specialist with expertise in power system analysis/ management and high-level programming. In an inter-disciplinary environment, you will drive cutting-edge innovation for different complex systems in power grid applications. Join our dynamic and motivated team to contribute to a sustainable energy future for all.

How you'll make an impact

• You create impact: Together with your team design innovative approaches for grid operation and deliver them as robust software modules
• You investigate: Translate real power-system problems into rigorous models and final solutions for the customers
• You take initiative: Collaborate with a global and inter-disciplinary team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy to drive the development from concept to production
• You connect: Build relationships within the company and actively share your knowledge and expertise. Interact with local and global external partners including universities, start-ups, and vendors to integrate diverse perspectives and stakeholder inputs
• You communicate: Be able to clearly communicate concepts to software developers, implementation engineering teams and customers. Produce clear design docs and developer-facing examples/ notebooks that enable reuse.

Your background

Master Electrical/Power Systems Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Master’s degree with equivalent industry experience

• Proven expertise in modelling and steady-state analyses of power grids demonstrated hands‑on expertise applying these methods in software development.
• Knowledge in mathematical optimization applied to power systems, and modern numerical solvers is strongly desired (e.g., MIP/NLP, stochastic; tools such as Gurobi, CPLEX, Ipopt).
• Experience with machine learning and/or artificial intelligence technologies is a plus

Proficiency in C#, C++, Rust or a similar high-level programming language is required; Python and/or Matlab for analytics and fast prototyping are a plus.

Experience building state-of-the-art software engineering techniques (version control, code reviews, testing, CI/CD) and integrating solution algorithms into performance‑critical system applications are beneficial (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

High performance computing skills such as parallel/distributed computing, GPU, OpenMP or MPI would be beneficial.

Experience with industrial protocols and standards (IEC 61850, IEC-60870-5-104, DNP3, OPC UA, IEEE C37.118).

Practical experience developing systems for power grid management and monitoring having familiarity with WAMS/WAMPAC, PMU data, and protection and control applications.

Solid understanding of numerical methods, signal processing, and control fundamentals and ability to work with high‑frequency, time‑aligned time‑series data.

Good understanding of power system dynamics and the stability challenges introduced by high penetration of renewables.

Excellent communication skills in English, team player attitude, initiative and creativity.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team‑building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

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