The Opportunity

If you have a keen interest in how and why things really work the way they do and pay attention to detail in order to navigate different challenges – this is the role for you. We offer you an exciting and stimulating work environment where you will be an important team-player in collaboration with engineering and marketing departments as with customers. Your problem-solving skills will contribute to develop models for multiple simulation tools used for power system studies, a key element to provide sustainable grids for the future.

How You'll Make An Impact

You will be responsible for development of models for simulation tools used for power system studies, responsible for virtual representation of real control and protection system.
You will participate in process development and provide internal as well as external engineering support.
You will be responsible for Verification studies with focus on dynamic performance.
You will model structure and internal code module definitions.
Simulation program interface, tool and process development.
You will be supporting projects and tenders for HVDC System Design and interact with both internal and external stakeholders in those areas.
You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Living Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background

You should have Master of Engineering - Power System (2 to 10 years experience)/ PhD - Power System (1 to 5 years experience).
Extensive knowledge of Power Systems studies and modelling of electrical network, understanding and design of Electrical Power Systems and controls.
Preferably knowledge on IEC/IEEE standards, understanding application of Power Electronics in HV/EHV system like HVDC and FACTS is preferred.
Proven skills in using computers as a calculation tool.
Preferably experience of power system simulation tools such as PSSE, EMTDC /PSCAD and calculations in Matlab/ Mathcad.
Extensive knowledge of Power Systems equipment and their purpose, such as Power Transformers, Capacitors, Reactors, Instrument Transformer and measuring equipment, Circuit Breakers, Disconnector, Surge Arrester etc.
Knowledge in selection, sizing and integration of above equipment based on customer functional specification.
Strong interpersonal and communication skill, fluency in English.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

Simulation Model Developer - HVDC System Design