Scientific R&D Professional

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.  We are advancing the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure, and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future – for today’s generations and those to come. At Hitachi Energy, whether you are a pioneer confronting the market, an engineer driving technological innovation, or an enabler enhancing organizational effectiveness – this is where your unique value converges. Your professional expertise will transcend conventional boundaries, making extraordinary contributions to our collective evolution. 

How you'll make an impact

1. You will drive cutting-edge research and development at the intersection of power electronics and artificial intelligence, with a focus on AI-enabled design, multi-objective optimization, modeling and simulation, and intelligent control.

2. You will also explore emerging AI-driven methodologies to shape the next generation of power electronics technologies.

3. You will collaborate and support all business units and ensure successful execution of research projects.

4. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
5. Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics, with research focus on the integration of power electronics and AI.

2. Solid theoretical background in power electronics and AI algorithms, including machine learning, deep learning, multi-objective optimization, and intelligent control, with publication records in leading journals.

3. Strong expertise in power electronics, including topology analysis and converter modeling and control, with familiarity in one or more of the following areas: HVDC/MVDC transmission, AC transmission systems, microgrids, renewable energy integration, and energy storage systems. Comprehensive knowledge of AI theoretical foundations and hands-on experience applying mainstream AI algorithms to power and energy applications.

4. Proficient in simulation software, e.g., Matlab, Simulink, PSCAD, PLECS, etc. Proficient programming skills using Python or other programming languages.

5. Excellent innovation capability and competence of application-oriented research, with the ability to work independently and solve critical technical challenges in R&D, self-motivated, high curiosity and ability to learn new technologies, team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

6. Be able to travel abroad, including short-term job rotation as required.

7. Fluent English in both speaking and writing.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

1. Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2. Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3. Medical Insurance (outpatient and inpatient)
4. Long service awards
5. Flexible Working (subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome  Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Alice Zhao, WeChat: alicezhao2020.