R&D GMS Quality Assurance Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Power Systems Quality Assurance Engineer to join a global team across the US, Sweden, and Poland, focusing on Generation Management Systems, Energy Management Systems, and SCADA solutions for utilities.

You will design test strategies, validate performance, and mentor others, using Jira/Zephyr Scale or Azure DevOps, while ensuring compliance and quality throughout the software lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance or power systems environments.
• Knowledge of EMS, GMS, SCADA systems and utility operations.
• Understanding of QA methodologies and software lifecycle management.
• Experience with Jira/Zephyr Scale or Azure DevOps is a plus.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test strategies based on business requirements, solution designs and functional specifications.
• Design and execute functional and non-functional test cases to validate system performance and quality.
• Create and manage test data required for successful project delivery.
• Utilize test management tools to maintain test scripts, execute test plans, and report progress.
• Identify, track, investigate, and verify software issues in collaboration with development teams.
• Support the full product lifecycle through continuous quality improvements and testing excellence.
• Actively participate in Agile development activities and cross-functional team initiatives.
• Mentor team members on testing best practices, quality processes, and risk reduction techniques.]
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Skills

Quality assurance

Power systems

Testing processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Jira/Zephyr Scale

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description

Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy.

Are you passionate about quality, technology, and building solutions that support a more sustainable energy future? Join Hitachi Energy as a Power Systems Quality Assurance Engineer and help ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions that enable smarter, more reliable energy management.

In this role, you'll be part of a global team spanning the United States, Sweden, and Poland, working on advanced Generation Management Systems (GMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and SCADA solutions that support critical utility operations worldwide. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle, applying your expertise in testing, quality assurance, and power systems to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing product quality, and contributing to digital technologies that accelerate the transition to cleaner energy. If you're ready to shape the future of energy while growing your career in a collaborative and inclusive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop comprehensive test strategies based on business requirements, solution designs, and functional specifications.
• Design and execute functional and non-functional test cases to validate system performance and quality.
• Create and manage test data required for successful project delivery.
• Utilize test management tools to maintain test scripts, execute test plans, and report progress.
• Identify, track, investigate, and verify software issues in collaboration with development teams.
• Support the full product lifecycle through continuous quality improvements and testing excellence.
• Actively participate in Agile development activities and cross-functional team initiatives.
• Mentor team members on testing best practices, quality processes, and risk reduction techniques.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance, engineering, or power systems-related environments.
• Knowledge of EMS, GMS, SCADA systems, and utility operations, including AGC, Economic Dispatch, Reserve Management, or Generation Planning.
• Understanding of quality assurance methodologies, testing processes, and software lifecycle management.
• Experience with test management tools such as Jira/Zephyr Scale or Azure DevOps is an advantage.
• Authorization to work in the United States without future sponsorship requirements.

More About Us

• Join a global technology leader advancing a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.
• Collaborate with diverse teams, industry experts, and innovative professionals across the world.
• Grow your career through continuous learning, development opportunities, and meaningful work that makes a real impact.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

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