R&D Senior Power Electronics Software Testing Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 190,114 - 253,485; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Krakow seeks an R&D Senior Power Electronics Software Testing Engineer. This role involves designing automated testing frameworks, validating hardware performance, and ensuring product quality through systematic testing. Candidates should have a BSc/MSc in Electronics or Electrical Engineering, experience with power electronic converters, and strong communication skills in English. The position offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with power electronic converters and power supplies.
• Ability to undertake pre-compliance testing of power converters.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated testing frameworks and scripts.
• Validate hardware performance using specialized test equipment.
• Investigate and debug issues found during automated testing.

Skills

Automated test scripting

Debugging hardware

Collaboration with teams

Understanding of control theory

Communication in English

Education

BSc/MSc degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Simulation tools (Spice, SIMetrix, Simulink)

Lab View

Job description

.R&D Senior Power Electronics Software Testing Engineer page is loaded## R&D Senior Power Electronics Software Testing Engineerlocations: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Polandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0114198**Location:**Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland**Job ID:**R0114198**Date Posted:**2025-12-12**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The Opportunity:**An automated hardware test engineer designs, develops, and implements automated test processes for hardware components and systems. Responsibilities include writing automated test scripts using programming languages like Python or C++, using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, and debugging hardware and test setups. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality, functionality, and stability of electronic devices through automated and systematic testing.**How you'll make an impact:*** **Develop automated test systems:** Design and implement automated testing frameworks, tools, and scripts to test hardware functionality and stability.* **Write test scripts:** Create scripts to simulate user interactions or test specific hardware functions, such as those involving wireless protocols like Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.* **Test hardware components:** Use specialized test equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers to validate hardware performance.* **Debug and troubleshoot:** Investigate and debug issues found during automated testing, both in the hardware itself and in the test scripts or setup.* **Collaborate with teams:** Work with software developers and other engineers to identify defects, improve product quality, and ensure test requirements are met.* **Maintain test infrastructure:** Update and maintain the automated test environment as hardware and software products evolve.* **Perform regression testing:** Develop and run automated regression tests to ensure new changes haven't broken existing functionality.**Your Background:*** Safety must be your number on priority* BSc/MSc degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or related field* Experience with power electronic converters/power supplies development process* Experience with simulation tools (Spice, SIMetrix, Simulink, PLECS, Lab View )* Understanding of control theory for Power Electronics applications* Experience with specification, selection and qualification of power devices, and passive components like DC capacitors and filter components* Experience with working with laboratory equipment, converter prototyping and testing* Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines* Is an excellent communicator with the internal R&D and external test partners* A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies.* A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.* As you will be part of a global business, fluency in written and spoken English is required* Working with Quality processes* Able to undertake prototype & pre-compliance testing of power converters, components and thermal systems, including HALT* Experience working & communicating with external certification & test labs## Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.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.