About this role
The Opportunity
Ready to shape the future of energy?
At Hitachi Energy, we're building the ES Regional Office (ESOPC) in Madrid as part of our Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU). This is a chance to join a team that is driving innovation in power systems, making them more efficient, stable, and sustainable for generations to come.
As a Project Planning and Controls Specialist, you'll join a team driving excellence in power quality systems-mastering planning, scheduling, tendering, and execution. This role integrates cost control and resource optimization to ensure flawless project delivery.
How You'll Make an Impact
Lead power system studies and dynamic simulations for complex HVDC transmission projects.
Drive technical decisions related to control strategies, system performance and engineering solutions throughout project execution.
Act as a technical reference within project teams, supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers when required.
Participate in customer discussions, technical reviews, Factory System Tests and selected commissioning activities worldwide.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary international teams to ensure safe, reliable and cost-effective project delivery.
Contribute to the continuous development of engineering practices while helping build and grow the new Spanish engineering team. Your Background
Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Engineering Physics or a related discipline.
Solid experience in power system studies, HVDC, FACTS, grid integration or similar complex electrical engineering environments.
Strong knowledge of simulation tools such as PSCAD, PSSE, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Matlab, ETAP or equivalent.
Proven ability to work independently, lead technical activities and manage complex engineering challenges.
Fluent English is required; Spanish is highly valued and Swedish would be an advantage.
Strong communication, collaboration and leadership skills, with a proactive approach and the ability to influence technical decisions within international project teams. About Us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We help integrate renewable energy, energy storage, and next-generation power systems worldwide.
With more than 50,000 employees across 60 countries, we combine innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence to tackle one of the world's most critical challenges: the energy transition.
Join us and be part of the team shaping the future of energy.
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