Project Control Engineer – Power Conversion f​/m​/d

How you’ll make an impact

Plan and execute control engineering aspects of projects, including hardware and software concepts, specifications, and documentation

Coordinate technical interfaces between customers, sub-suppliers, and internal teams

Define and evaluate hardware interfaces, including electrical components and design reviews

Develop and implement control software, including testing on real-time simulation platforms

Perform commissioning, testing, and customer training on‑site

Provide technical support during project execution and after delivery

Support the sales team in the preparation of technical concepts and tender documentation

Collaborate closely with control, system, and mechanical engineering teams as well as project management

Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s, from a university or university of applied sciences)

Hands‑on experience with MATLAB / Simulink is essential

Strong knowledge of process control and software design (e.g. OLC, CLC, Protection, HMI)

Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g. OPC, IEC 61850, IEC 60870‑5‑104, DNP3) is a plus

Initial experience in testing, commissioning, or applied engineering is an advantage

Willingness to travel globally for commissioning assignments (approx. 20% of working time)

Fluency in English and German

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Additionally, you can expect:

Work on cutting‑edge technologies in Power Electronics

Hands‑on experience in international projects and real‑world applications

A combination of simulation, engineering, and on‑site project work

Opportunity to grow into a technical expert within a rapidly developing business

Collaboration within a highly skilled, international engineering team

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.