Senior Project Control Engineer – Power Conversion 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

Location: Turgi, Aargau, Switzerland

Job ID: R0137310

Date Posted: 2026-08-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:  Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity 

At our Competence Center “Power Converter Solutions”, we are at the forefront of developing, manufacturing, installing, and commissioning high-power electronic converters for applications such as STATCOM, rail power supply systems, hydro pumped storage systems and grid interconnections. 

Our solutions play a key role in enabling the integration of renewable energy into modern power grids while improving overall system efficiency. 

To strengthen our Control Engineering team, we are looking for an experienced, motivated and hands-on Senior Project Control Engineer with a strong interest in power electronics and control systems. 

If you are a fast learner with a structured and proactive mindset, and you enjoy combining engineering work with real-world applications — this is your opportunity. 

  

How you’ll make an impact 

Plan and execute control engineering aspects of projects, including hardware and software concepts, specifications, and documentation 

Coordinate technical interfaces between customers, sub-suppliers, and internal teams 

Define and evaluate hardware interfaces, including electrical components and design reviews 

Drive conceptual design, development and support in implementation of control software and testing on real-time simulation platforms 

Perform commissioning, testing, and customer training on-site 

Provide technical support during project execution and after delivery 

Support the sales team in the preparation of technical concepts and tender documentation 

Collaborate closely with control, system, and mechanical engineering teams as well as project management 

  

Your background 

Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s, from a university or university of applied sciences) 

Min. 5 years of relevant working experience  

Hands-on experience with MATLAB / Simulink is essential, with structed text programming and Hidraw as added advantage 

Strong knowledge of process and power electronics control and software design (e.g. OLC, CLC, Protection, HMI)  

Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g. OPC, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3) is a plus 

Initial experience in testing, commissioning, or applied engineering is an advantage 

Willingness to travel globally for commissioning assignments (approx. 20% of working time) 

Fluency in English and German 

  

More about us  

  

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. 

  

Additionally, you can expect: 

Work on cutting-edge technologies in Power Electronics 

Hands-on experience in international projects and real-world applications 

A combination of simulation, engineering, and on-site project work 

Opportunity to grow into a technical expert within a rapidly developing business 

Collaboration within a highly skilled, international engineering team 

  

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