R&D Validation and Certification

The Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Control and HIL Engineer to join our Product Innovation & Development team at Hitachi Energy. You will play a key role in validating and certifying power converters and control systems for energy storage and renewable energy applications. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, international, and innovative environment.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Execute commissioning and validation tests for power conversion and control systems, including interfacing with energy storage systems.

Conduct technical analysis of logs, signals, errors, and system performance; produce clear and reusable reports.

Simulate and debug control algorithms; assess compliance with grid codes and system stability under electrical transients.

Manage full traceability of tests, from requirement specification to final reporting.

Participate in defining validation strategies, test procedures, test plans, and acceptance criteria.

Develop and implement test automation and support proof-of-concept and certification activities.

Your Background

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, or related field).

Experience in electrical systems design, power converters, and control systems.

Previous experience validating electronic products and / or embedded software; hands-on with laboratory test benches and HIL systems.

Knowledge of simulation tools (Spice, PSCAD, Simulink, PLECS) and advanced understanding of AC / DC and DC / DC converters.

Familiarity with energy storage systems, photovoltaic systems, and hybrid PV–battery integration is highly valued.

High level of Spanish and English; knowledge of Python and test automation is desirable.

Proactive, curious, and highly motivated to learn new technologies.

About Us

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 of pioneering mission-critical technologies, including 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 USD 16 billion. We welcome you to apply today.