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

Location:

Turgi, Aargau, Switzerland Job ID:

R0134892 Date Posted:

2026-06-26 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, 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 a motivated and hands-on 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
• Develop and implement control software, including 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)
• Hands-on experience with MATLAB / Simulink is essential
• Strong knowledge of process 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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