Power Electronic Scientist

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.  We are advancing the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure, and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future – for today’s generations and those to come.

At Hitachi Energy, whether you are a pioneer confronting the market, an engineer driving technological innovation, or an enabler enhancing organizational effectiveness – this is where your unique value converges. Your professional expertise will transcend conventional boundaries, making extraordinary contributions to our collective evolution. 

How you’ll make an impact

• You will perform research and development for next generation technology in power electronics, such as topology analysis, modeling and control and power electronics application in the power system.

• You will collaborate and support all business units and ensure successful execution of research projects.

• You will perform research in the field of power electronics technologies and their application in the power system.

• You will be part of the Hitachi Energy Research team to develop cutting edge power electronics and power system technologies.

• 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

• You hold PhD or master's degree majored in power electronics.

• More than 3 years’ research experience.

• Solid theoretical background with publications in renowned transactions / journals.

• Strong competence in one or more of the following areas: power electronics topology analysis; converter modelling and control; power electronics application in HVDC, MVDC, FACTS, micro grid, renewable energy integration, energy storage, EV charging infrastructure, etc. 

•  Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: converter analysis and design, especially MMC; converter topology development and optimization; high power IGBT or IGCT application; converter cost analysis and reduction.

• Proficient in computation and simulation software tools, e.g., Matlab, Simulink, PSCAD, PLECS, etc.

•  Excellent innovation capability and competence of application-oriented research.

• Self-motivated, high curiosity and ability to learn new technologies.

• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills 

• Be able to travel abroad, including short-term job rotation as required

• Fluent English in both speaking and writing.

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) :

• Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year

• Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)

• Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)

• Long service awards

• 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)