Senior System Engineer - Power Converters 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a pioneer and the recognized market leader in the Power Conversion and FACTS (flexible alternating current transmission systems) field. Our power converter solutions team develops and implements power electronics-based equipment and systems - including Static Compensators (STATCOMs) and Static Frequency Converters (SFC) - in the power range up to 150 MVA and above. Our solutions support power utilities and industries and serve applications including railway power supplies, hydro pumped-storage power plants, grid interties as well as static compensation for renewables.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for an experienced Senior System Engineer with strong background in power electronics, power systems and system simulations. If you want to work at the forefront of energy technology in a motivated, global engineering environment, this role is for you.

How you’ll make an impact

• Design power electronic converter systems including Static Frequency Converters (SFC), Static Compensators (STAT-COMs), etc., from sales and tendering phase to project execution, including occasional customer and site visits

• Own the system engineering scope throughout project execution, in close collaboration with Sales, other Engineering departments, Project Management, and Service

• Perform system design tasks such as simulations (e.g., harmonics, transients), performance calculations, component specifications for sub-suppliers, control and protection definitions, and documentation of design activities

• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, customer specifications and grid codes

• Identify risks and opportunities, proposing effective mitigation measures

• Work closely with R&D teams on system design and modeling of converter systems

• Define and evaluate on-site performance measurements

• Contribute to the continuous development of engineering processes by sharing knowledge, participating in conferences and committees

Your background

• Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering or equivalent, with a focus on Power Systems and Power Electronics, combined with solid knowledge in power electronics and/or power systems with relevant experience in the industry

• Experience in hydropower or railway sector is a strong plus

• Strong experience in power electronics and power system simulations

• Eagerness to take responsibility for deliverables, both internally and externally towards customers and sub-suppliers

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment

• Curiosity and drive for continuous development in both short and long term

• Fluent in English; German or additional languages are an advantage

• Willingness to travel globally (<10%)

More about us

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