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Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.

Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business unit has delivered more than 4,000 projects over the last 15 years. Our Grid Integration portfolio spans a wide range of transmission and substation applications, which facilitate reliable and efficient system integration of the future digital electric network with minimum environmental impact.

We incorporate the integrated systems, solutions and services of our business' DC and AC fields, including HVDC, Substations, FACTS, Grid and Power Quality solutions such as offshore wind connections, and Semiconductors. We offer Power Consulting for key segments in the energy system, such as renewables, transmission distribution and as well as e-transportation solutions.

How you’ll make an impact

1. You will design, specify, and develop control and protection systems for HVDC converter stations, including valve control, converter control, AC/DC protection, and auxiliary systems also perform detailed system studies and simulations (e.g., PSCAD, PSS/E) to analyze system performance, transient behavior, and validate control and protection strategies.

2. You will develop and review technical specifications, functional design specifications (FDS), and detailed design documents for HVDC control and protection systems also conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and factory acceptance testing (FAT) of control and protection equipment.

3. You will support site commissioning activities, including functional testing, parameter tuning, and troubleshooting of HVDC control and protection systems.
4. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project managers, and customers to ensure successful project execution and participate in root cause analysis for system anomalies and implement corrective actions.

5. You will stay abreast of the latest industry standards, technologies, and best practices in HVDC control and protection also prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

7. 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. You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.

2. Required with minimum of 5 years of experience in the design, development, and commissioning of HVDC control and protection systems.

3. In-depth knowledge of HVDC transmission technologies, converter topologies (e.g., LCC, VSC), and their control principles, proficiency in power system simulation tools such as PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS/E, MATLAB/Simulink.

4. Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relaying for AC and DC systems, experience with real-time control systems and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) used in HVDC applications.

5. Familiarity with relevant international standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) for HVDC systems, with an ability to travel domestically and internationally for project meetings, factory acceptance tests, and site commissioning.

6. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, also with strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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.

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