Location: Satigny, Geneva, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0077844Date Posted: 2025-03-17Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category): Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote: NoJob Description:The opportunityAs “R&D Electrical Engineer – Power Electronics”, you will join the Central Europe Technology Center for Transformers, an organization leading research and development activities on Traction Transformers (TT) and Next-Generation Transformers. Your role will focus on Power Electronics projects as Design control and simulation engineer.You will be part of a global R&D community including Technology Centers and Research Centers worldwide. Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.How you’ll make an impactControl System Design: Design control algorithms and systems to manage and regulate the behavior of PE converter. This involves creating models that predict system behavior and developing control strategies to achieve desired performanceSimulations: Use simulation tools to model and analyze the performance of PE systemsModeling: Develop averaged modeling of PE converter to understand and predict their behavior. Use small signal analysis and modeling PE techniqueSystem integration: Integrate PE systems with hardware and software platforms, ensuring seamless operation and communication between different componentsValidation and verification: Conduct rigorous testing and validation of PE systems to ensure they meet performance standards and safety requirements. This includes hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations and real-time testingOptimization: Optimize control algorithms and system performance to improve efficiency, reliability, and robustnessInterdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers, such as mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, to develop comprehensive solutionsYour backgroundPhD / MSc education in electrical engineeringGood knowledge of general PE converter topologies (DC/DC, AC/DC, DC/AC), operation principles and electric design - Existing work experience in the field of MV converter testingStrong knowledge of grid connected converter topologies and controlAdvanced knowledge in electric circuit simulation tool (MATLAB Simulink, PLECS, LT spice), and in modeling simulation / automation (coding) languages (MATLAB, Python)PCB design knowledge (Altium, KiCad or similar)Ability to integrate control systems with hardware and software platformsQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.
