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Career opportunities in Europe

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time by advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are able to deliver on this great promise because we have great people who everyday work and innovate collaboratively across the globe.

As an employer, we operate in 90 countries with 45,000 people committed to ensuring they thrive and are empowered to deliver their best work as part of our Diversity 360 vision.

Embrace Diversity and Innovation!

Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service global product group is a world-leading provider of grid connections and power quality solutions that enable our customers to build a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. We leverage our long-standing technology leadership, vast integration expertise, huge installed base and global footprint to provide our customers with life-cycle value solutions at the lowest risk. Our customers are in the utility, renewables, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors.

Our business in Europe has more than 1,000 skilled professionals focused on critical areas of expertise and is present in 16 countries.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe (HBUEU), diversity drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a motivated electrical engineer to design control systems, protections, and auxiliary power for HV electrical stations, renewable energy sources, and data centers in the global market. In this position, you will be involved in the engineering of electrical equipment, systems, or installations, including specifications for manufacturing or construction, while working under the guidance of an experienced engineer.

Tasks:

• Process technical reports, standard calculations, analyses, and routine project tasks.
• Follow work plans and estimated costs within your area of responsibility, ensuring quality outputs, on time and within set costs.
• Collect data and support the creation of engineering designs (e.g., creating designs for approval by the project team leader). Assist other engineers (preparing construction permit applications, testing, drawings, computer work).
• Collaborate in the procurement of materials and services, check documentation from suppliers, prepare requests for quotations, evaluate proposals, and participate in project implementation.
• Assist in clarifying technical requirements of the client. Collaborate with other colleagues and suppliers within your scope of supply.
• Use standard processes and tools, report observed deficiencies in these processes and tools, and suggest ideas for improvement.
• You may assign tasks and coordinate technical and administrative personnel.

Employee Requirements:

• Education in ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING or ENERGY
• English - Intermediate (B1) - German language is welcome (not mandatory)
• Suitable for graduates
• Customer-oriented approach, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE applications such as AutoCAD and MicroStation is an advantage.
• Understanding of project planning and interrelationships within a construction project is an advantage.
• Experience gained in the construction or commissioning of energy projects is an advantage.

Employee Benefits:

• Strong background of an international company
• Open corporate culture that supports talent growth
• Support for innovation and development of cutting-edge technologies
• Flexible working hours
• Pension contribution
• Annual bonus progressive according to business goals fulfillment
• Mobile phone and data with allowed private use
• 3 sick days

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.