Project Engineer

Location:

Job ID:

Date Posted:

Company Name:

Profession (Job Category):

Job Schedule: 

Remote:

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world’s firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally.

How you’ll make an impact

1. You will conduct solution design and main circuit component selection, and take charge of solution confirmation covering main circuit design and key component selection.

2. You will deliver secondary control design for equipment, develop secondary protection & control circuits including protection logic and automatic switching control strategies, and complete the selection of protection devices.

3. You will support the production line launch of low‑voltage active filter modules, including preparing technical documents, presenting technical proposals, carrying out equipment research, selection and commissioning, conducting product testing and line verification, and liaising with internal cross‑functional teams and superior departments.

4. You will prepare design drawings, technical specifications and other relevant technical documentation.

5. You will perform system simulation and analysis using MATLAB/Simulink.

6. You will provide end‑to‑end technical support for technical bidding, marketing promotion and troubleshooting of technical issues.

7. You will drive cost optimization and innovation, and deliver continuous product design improvements to realize cost reduction.

8. You will ensure all work complies with applicable internal and external regulations, procedures and guidelines.

9. You will live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking accountability for your own actions while looking after your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. Graduate or outstanding undergraduate.

2. Major in Electrical engineering, electrical automation or electrical power system.

3. At least 2 years engaged in power quality products or power electronic products technical work.

4. 2 years of electrical design experience in power systems or power quality field are preferred, especially those with secondary control protection design experience.

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) :
1.Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2.Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3.Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4.Long service awards
5.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: Miki Li, WeChat: MikiLi999.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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 general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.