R&D Engineer for System Design

vor 2 Wochen

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland Hitachi Vollzeit 90.000 € - 120.000 € pro Jahr

Location:

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Job ID:

R0100887

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Embrace Diversity and Innovation

High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) is a key enabler for a carbon-neutral energy system. It is highly efficient for transmitting large amounts of electricity over long distances, integration of renewables and interconnecting grids, opening for new sustainable transmission solutions. By joining the HVDC team in Germany (DEHVDC), you will be contributing to the energy transition in Germany and around the world

The opportunity

As an R&D Engineer for System Design (f/m/d), you will play a key role in shaping the future of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) technology. You will drive innovation in area of Control Systems and Dynamic Performance for next-generation HVDC. You will support the development and validation of control strategies, contributing to simulation studies and performance analysis under the guidance of senior engineers. You'll contribute to one or more areas like VSC HVDC and LCC HVDC converter topology design, control and protection, main circuit design, insulation coordination, and steady-state and dynamic stability analysis, harmonic analysis, and performance under various network conditions.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Assist in developing control algorithms and simulation models for MMC/LCC-based HVDC systems, including MTDC

  • Perform small-signal stability analysis, harmonic studies, and transient simulations

  • Support system-level performance studies and lab validations

  • Address evolving customer requirements with a strong focus on both internal and external stakeholders

  • Uphold Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility and showing care for colleagues and the business

  • Be a collaborative team player in a supportive and agile environment

  • Take ownership of both technology and your personal development

  • Enjoy an international work environment with excellent opportunities for growth within Hitachi Energy

Your background

  • PhD (or MSc with a few years of experience) in Power Systems, Electrical Machines and Drives, or Power Electronics Control

  • Strong background in small signal stability analysis methods

  • Good understanding of MMC topologies for HVDC applications

  • Familiarity with simulation tools: MATLAB, PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP-RV, RTDS, and ideally Modelica (Dymola/OpenModelica), Python, C/C++

  • Eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to innovative solutions

  • Organized, analytical, and enthusiastic about tackling new challenges

  • Proficiency in English is required

More about us 

  • You will do interesting and enriching work as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement

  • You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities

  • We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought

  • Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us 'the place to be' and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all

  • Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities

  • A competitive compensation and benefits package

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