Commissioning Control Engineer

Are you ready to shape the future of energy?

At Hitachi Energy, we are establishing and expanding our Operation Center of Excellence in Madrid (ESOPC) within the Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international team and contribute to projects that support the energy transition and a more sustainable future.

At our competence center “Power Converter Solutions”, we have a leading position in the development, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of high power electronic converters mainly for STATCOM, rail power supply stations, hydro pump storage systems and grid interties. With the help of our highly efficient converters, we contribute to the integration of renewable energies into the electrical grid of tomorrow and at the same time increase the overall system efficiency.

To strengthen our control engineering team, we are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Commissioning Control Engineer with interest in power electronics and control technology. You have a quick perception as well as an independent, structured and proactive work style, then this is the right challenge for you.

• Plan and preparation of cold / hot / wet commissioning for power electronic converters

• Responsible for interface testing, energization (low and high voltage) and documentation

• Commissioning coordination between customer, own team and other involved parties

• Site and installation inspection, filling and testing of the water cooling unit

• Ensure on-time completion with focus on quality, cost and in compliance with applicable norms and regulations

• Perform customer and maintenance training on site

• Short-time mobilization for service activities on demand

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (university / technical college, Bachelor or Master)
• Working experience in process control and software design (OLC, CLC, Protection, HMI)
• Familiar with industrial communication protocols (OPC, IEC61850, IEC60870-5-104, DNP3)
• Experience in testing and commissioning of power converters or substations
• Fast learner with excellent problem solving skills and a structured approach to work
• You are fluent in English with good communications and interpersonal skills
• Enjoy global traveling and commissioning with 80% of the time on sites
• It is an advantage to have a valid driving license