R&D FPGA Developer in HVDC MACH

Hitachi Energy; Kraków; On-site; PLN 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness program access

Benefits platform with discounts

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Home office equipment / setup support

Spectacles/contact lenses allowance

Company events & team building

Psychological support program

Free parking

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Krakow is seeking an FPGA/ASIC design engineer with hands-on experience in VHDL/Verilog to join the MACH™ project within an R&D context. You will participate in the full development lifecycle of FPGA-based devices, develop and validate FPGA solutions, and collaborate with hardware, architecture, and software teams to ensure robust system integration.

You will translate requirements into implementable FPGA and system-level solutions, maintain documentation, and support prototype

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in FPGA/ASIC design & simulation in VHDL (or Verilog).
• Good understanding of synchronous design, time constraining and static timing analysis.
• Experience in modelling in High Level Synthesis.
• Knowledge of GIT, CI/CD principles and Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Experience in self‑testing test‑benches and regression tests.
• Experience with laboratory equipment, prototyping and testing.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to follow all relevant workplace safety guidelines.
• High level of self‑motivation, curiosity, and desire to learn about modern technologies.
• A collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach, and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participation in the full development lifecycle of FPGA-based devices, from requirements analysis and architecture definition through implementation, integration, validation, and deployment.
• Design, implementation, simulation, debugging, and maintenance of FPGA solutions using VHDL and modern AMD/Xilinx FPGA platforms.
• Investigation and evaluation of alternative technical approaches, supporting architectural decisions through feasibility studies, proof-of-concept development, and technical risk reduction activities.
• Development of reusable verification and validation infrastructure.
• Collaboration with hardware, architecture, and software teams to define interfaces, resolve cross-domain technical issues, and ensure successful system integration.
• Analysis and clarification of system requirements, translating high-level functional expectations into implementable FPGA and system-level solutions.
• Creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including interface specifications, design diagrams, test plans, and engineering guidelines.
• Support of prototype bring‑up, laboratory testing, and hardware validation activities on real target platforms.
• Contributing to knowledge sharing across engineering teams through technical reviews, design discussions, engineering presentations, and documentation of lessons learned.
• Participation in cross-functional planning, technical coordination, and engineering decision-making activities throughout the product development process.

Skills

VHDL

Verilog

FPGA design

ASIC design

Synchronous design

Timing analysis

High Level Synthesis

Git

CI/CD

Azure DevOps

Test-benches

Prototyping

Documentation

Team collaboration

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Azure DevOps

Job description

The Opportunity

Our R&D engineers and scientists develop breakthrough technologies that change the way the world works, and industries do business. We constantly push the limits of convention, while retaining our focus on delivering quality products and solutions to our customers.

Over 60 years ago, Hitachi Energy introduced a new way of transmitting electricity across long distances with minimum losses – High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC). HVDC technology can now deliver up to 12 gigawatts of power at voltage levels of up to 1,100 kV, covering distances of more than 3,000 kilometers.

You will contribute significantly to successful results in the heart of HVDC station: Modular Advanced Control for HVDC (MACH™). The MACH™ control system provides unequalled calculation capacity and enables a high degree of integration and handling for all control and protection functions. Moreover, MACH™ control provides advanced fault registration and remote control functions. The system is designed to run 24/7 for thirty years or more, allowing the HVDC system to be controlled and protected in the most reliable way throughout its lifetime.

As a part of the global R&D organization you will cooperate on a daily basis with colleagues from MACH teams in Sweden and India. Development in Krakow covers DSP Control & Protection, I/O systems, Power Electronics units and robust communication. FPGA development is done on chips delivered by Xilinx, Lattice and Microsemi. You will work in the team led by Maciej Mech.

Your Responsibilities

• Participation in the full development lifecycle of FPGA-based devices, from requirements analysis and architecture definition through implementation, integration, validation, and deployment.
• Design, implementation, simulation, debugging, and maintenance of FPGA solutions using VHDL and modern AMD/Xilinx FPGA platforms.
• Investigation and evaluation of alternative technical approaches, supporting architectural decisions through feasibility studies, proof-of-concept development, and technical risk reduction activities.
• Development of reusable verification and validation infrastructure.
• Collaboration with hardware, architecture, and software teams to define interfaces, resolve cross-domain technical issues, and ensure successful system integration.
• Analysis and clarification of system requirements, translating high-level functional expectations into implementable FPGA and system-level solutions.
• Creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including interface specifications, design diagrams, test plans, and engineering guidelines.
• Support of prototype bring‑up, laboratory testing, and hardware validation activities on real target platforms.
• Contributing to knowledge sharing across engineering teams through technical reviews, design discussions, engineering presentations, and documentation of lessons learned.
• Participation in cross-functional planning, technical coordination, and engineering decision-making activities throughout the product development process.

Your Background

• At least 2 years of experience in FPGA/ASIC design & simulation in VHDL (or Verilog).
• Good understanding of synchronous design, time constraining and static timing analysis.
• Experience in modelling in High Level Synthesis.
• Knowledge of GIT, CI/CD principles and Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Experience in self‑testing test‑benches and regression tests.
• Experience with laboratory equipment, prototyping and testing.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to follow all relevant workplace safety guidelines.
• High level of self‑motivation, curiosity, and desire to learn about modern technologies.
• A collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach, and effective communication skills.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully.

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