Research Scientist - AI for Power Electronics

Hitachi, Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Research Scientist focused on AI for power electronics. You will join a global research organization, developing AI-enabled software tools to enhance design, validation, and optimization of HVDC, STATCOM, and SVC systems.

The role emphasizes applied research, prototyping, and collaboration with universities and labs to advance energy technology and grid reliability. Onsite at our Raleigh Research Center.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering with focus on power electronics, energy conversion, or related field.
• Experience in power electronics design, modeling, hardware systems, and verification.
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow).

Responsibilities

• Develop AI-enabled software tools to improve power electronics design workflows.
• Advance design automation using AI and data-driven methods.
• Validate AI-based approaches for design space exploration and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers across teams to translate challenges into software solutions.
• Publish findings and share results through technical reports and papers.

Skills

Power electronics design

AI techniques

Python

Machine learning

collaborative work

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

MATLAB

Simulink

PSCAD

PLECS

Job description

Job Description

Research Scientist - AI for Power Electronics

The Opportunity

In this role, you will work at the intersection of power electronics and artificial intelligence, helping to shape next-generation technologies that support modern, reliable, and efficient power grids. As part of Hitachi Energy’s global research organization, you will contribute to the development of AI-enabled software tools that improve how complex power electronics systems - such as HVDC, STATCOM, and SVC - are designed, optimized, and validated. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams of researchers, engineers, and software developers to transform real-world engineering challenges into scalable, data-driven solutions. Your work will focus on advancing design automation, improving accuracy and performance, and accelerating innovation across power conversion technologies. Through applied research, prototyping, and validation, you will directly influence how power electronics systems are engineered, impacting grid reliability, performance, and future energy system evolution. This role offers the opportunity to explore advanced computational approaches, contribute to industry-relevant research, and see your ideas translate into practical tools used across global energy applications. Role will be based onsite at our Research Center in Raleigh, NC.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Collaborate with global teams to develop AI-enabled software tools that enhance power electronics design workflows
• Drive research in design automation using AI, optimization algorithms, and data-driven methods
• Develop and validate AI-based approaches for design space exploration, performance prediction, and system optimization
• Support component selection, reliability assessment, and scalability improvements for power electronic systems
• Identify technology gaps and contribute to future-focused research priorities in power electronics design tools
• Partner with engineering teams to translate design challenges into practical, user-focused software solutions
• Work with external partners including universities, national labs, and industry collaborators to advance research initiatives
• Share findings through scientific publications, technical reports, and patent applications
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power electronics, energy conversion, or a closely related field, with educational background spanning both Power Electronics and Computer Science/AI
• Experience in power electronics design, modeling, hardware systems, and simulation/verification of power electronic systems
• Hands-on experience applying AI techniques such as supervised/unsupervised learning, optimization, surrogate modeling, or reinforcement learning to engineering problems
• Proficiency in programming (Python or similar) and familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow and scientific computing tools
• Experience with tools such as Matlab, Simulink, PSCAD, PLECS, and familiarity with hardware design workflows and controller design techniques
• Proven research background with publications in recognized journals or conferences and effective communication skills in English

More About Us

You will gain hands-on experience applying advanced AI methods to real-world power electronics challenges while collaborating with global teams shaping future energy systems.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs
• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

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