Location:Madrid, SpainJob ID: R0102851Date Posted:2025-09-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityHitachi Energy is looking for a seasoned expert to serve as the Control &amp; Protection System Expert within the High Voltage Products business unit.This role is pivotal in shaping and harmonizing secondary engineering practices across a wide range of products including GIS, PASS, DTB and LTB.Your Responsibilities<ul><li>Analyze international specifications and customer requirements to define standardized secondary engineering solutions across HV products.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UL (ANSI) and IEC standards, identifying gaps and proposing solutions, including documentation and type testing.</li><li>Define and harmonize control cubicle (LCC) schemes and best practices across different power system configurations and business units.</li><li>Lead initiatives to reduce component variation, improve cost-efficiency, and enhance design consistency across HV products.</li><li>Evaluate and propose new component suppliers, supporting SCM in onboarding and PPAP processes.</li><li>Provide technical leadership in component selection, safety, manufacturing, and testing processes.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and support R&amp;D projects in the domain of Control &amp; Protection.</li><li>Act as a technical advisor to GPMs and DtV projects, supporting feasibility assessments and early-stage concept reviews.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including Sales, SCM, Quality, Engineers, Panel Builders, and Vendors.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Academic degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.</li><li>Over 10 years of experience in Secondary Engineering for High Voltage Products.</li><li>Deep knowledge of protection and control schemes in substations and utilities, including:<ul><li>Relay setting calculations</li><li>CT/VT sizing</li><li>AC/DC load calculations</li><li>Cable and wire sizing</li><li>Panel design and building</li></ul></li><li>Proficiency in E3 as an ECAD tool.</li><li>Strong leadership in driving continuous improvement and standardization initiatives.</li><li>Experience collaborating across business units (GA, GI, TR, Service) and with global supplier networks.</li></ul>More About UsAt Hitachi Energy, we are committed to powering a sustainable energy future. Join a global team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in engineering. Be part of shaping the future of power systems through cutting-edge control and protection solutions.Our employee benefit programs are tailored to each country, depending on location of employment and job grade. We will provide more details about it during the interview process.<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Control & Protection System Expert

Location:Madrid, SpainJob ID: R0102851Date Posted:2025-09-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityHitachi Energy is looking for a seasoned expert to serve as the&nbsp;Control &amp; Protection System Expert&nbsp;within the High Voltage Products business unit.This role is pivotal in shaping and harmonizing secondary engineering practices across a wide range of products including GIS, PASS, DTB and LTB.Your Responsibilities<ul><li>Analyze international specifications and customer requirements to define standardized secondary engineering solutions across HV products.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UL (ANSI) and IEC standards, identifying gaps and proposing solutions, including documentation and type testing.</li><li>Define and harmonize control cubicle (LCC) schemes and best practices across different power system configurations and business units.</li><li>Lead initiatives to reduce component variation, improve cost-efficiency, and enhance design consistency across HV products.</li><li>Evaluate and propose new component suppliers, supporting SCM in onboarding and PPAP processes.</li><li>Provide technical leadership in component selection, safety, manufacturing, and testing processes.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and support R&amp;D projects in the domain of Control &amp; Protection.</li><li>Act as a technical advisor to GPMs and DtV projects, supporting feasibility assessments and early-stage concept reviews.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including Sales, SCM, Quality, Engineers, Panel Builders, and Vendors.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Academic degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.</li><li>Over 10 years of experience in Secondary Engineering for High Voltage Products.</li><li>Deep knowledge of protection and control schemes in substations and utilities, including:<ul><li>Relay setting calculations</li><li>CT/VT sizing</li><li>AC/DC load calculations</li><li>Cable and wire sizing</li><li>Panel design and building</li></ul></li><li>Proficiency in E3 as an ECAD tool.</li><li>Strong leadership in driving continuous improvement and standardization initiatives.</li><li>Experience collaborating across business units (GA, GI, TR, Service) and with global supplier networks.</li></ul>More About UsAt Hitachi Energy, we are committed to powering a sustainable energy future. Join a global team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in engineering. Be part of shaping the future of power systems through cutting-edge control and protection solutions.Our employee benefit programs are tailored to each country, depending on location of employment and job grade. We will provide more details about it during the interview process.<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

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