Location: Madrid, Spain Job ID: R Date Posted: Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity
We are looking for a Project Technical Engineering Senior Professional to join our HVDC System Performance team and play a key technical role in the delivery of complex HVDC projects worldwide. As a senior engineer, you will lead technical studies, guide engineering decisions, and support multidisciplinary teams throughout the complete project lifecycle. From tender evaluations and system studies to control design, testing, and commissioning, you will provide technical expertise that ensures reliable and high-performing HVDC solutions for our customers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised engineering organisation, collaborate with leading HVDC specialists, and help establish a new engineering capability in Spain while contributing to projects that accelerate the world's energy transition.
Lead power system studies and dynamic simulations for complex HVDC transmission projects. Drive technical decisions related to control strategies, system performance and engineering solutions throughout project execution. Act as a technical reference within project teams, supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers when required. Participate in customer discussions, technical reviews, Factory System Tests and selected commissioning activities worldwide. Collaborate with multidisciplinary international teams to ensure safe, reliable and cost-effective project delivery. Contribute to the continuous development of engineering practices while helping build and grow the new Spanish engineering team.
Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Engineering Physics or a related discipline.



Solid experience in power system studies, HVDC, FACTS, grid integration or similar complex electrical engineering environments. Strong knowledge of simulation tools such as PSCAD, PSSE, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Matlab, ETAP or equivalent. Proven ability to work independently, lead technical activities and manage complex engineering challenges. Fluent English is required; Spanish is highly valued and Swedish would be an advantage. Strong communication, collaboration and leadership skills, with a proactive approach and the ability to influence technical decisions within international project teams.
Hitachi Energy is a general technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We help integrate renewable energy, energy storage, and next-generation power systems worldwide. With more than 50,000 employees across 60 countries, we combine innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence to tackle one of the world's most critical challenges: the energy transition. Join us and be part of the team shaping the future of energy.
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