HVDC Control & Protection Engineer

Location:

Beijing, China

Job ID:

R0116279

Date Posted:

2026-01-02

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY POWER SYSTEM CO., LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.

Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business unit has delivered more than 4,000 projects over the last 15 years. Our Grid Integration portfolio spans a wide range of transmission and substation applications, which facilitate reliable and efficient system integration of the future digital electric network with minimum environmental impact.

We incorporate the integrated systems, solutions and services of our business' DC and AC fields, including HVDC, Substations, FACTS, Grid and Power Quality solutions such as offshore wind connections, and Semiconductors. We offer Power Consulting for key segments in the energy system, such as renewables, transmission distribution and as well as e-transportation solutions.

How you’ll make an impact

1. You will design, develop, and implement control and protection algorithms and schemes for HVDC systems, including LCC and VSC technologies, and perform detailed system studies, simulations, and analysis (e.g., PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS/E) to verify control and protection performance and stability under various operating conditions.

2. You will prepare technical specifications, design documents, functional design specifications, and test plans for HVDC control and protection systems, also conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) of control and protection equipment and software.

3. You will provide technical support during commissioning and post-commissioning phases of HVDC projects and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including power electronics engineers, software engineers, and project managers, to ensure successful project execution.

4. You will troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to HVDC control and protection systems also stay abreast of the latest industry standards, technologies, and best practices in HVDC control and protection, contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and tools.

5. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

6. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.

2. Required with minimum of 5 years of experience in the design, development, and testing of control and protection systems for HVDC projects.

3. Strong understanding of HVDC system principles, converter topologies (LCC and VSC), and their control strategies also proficiency in power system analysis software such as PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS/E, or similar tools.

4. Experience with real-time digital simulators (RTDS) is highly desirable, solid knowledge of relevant international standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) for power system protection and control also familiarity with various communication protocols used in power systems (e.g., IEC 61850).

5. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills also with ability to work effectively in a global, multi-cultural team environment.

6. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for project assignments and commissioning activities.

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: Alice Zhao, WeChat: alicezhao2020.

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