Software Engineer for Network Control Power Applications (f/m/d)

Location: Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID: R0125418

Date Posted: 2026-04-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:  Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are looking for you as Software Engineer for Network Control Power Applications for the Grid Automation division at the Mannheim site as soon as possible. Implement innovative system solutions for our Network Control customers in cooperation with an international team.

The position is particularly suitable for experts who already have at least 2 years of experience in the field of complex Network Control systems or network planning/calculation.

Do you want to help shape the future with us in a continuously evolving environment? Are you interested in implementing challenging tasks and projects in dialog with our customers? Then apply now, we are looking forward to you!

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

How you’ll make an impact

You independently handle Network Control projects, with special consideration of the energy technology aspects and the rules of the energy market

You define technical requirements and coordinate internal and external partners

You implement customer requirements precisely in technical solution concepts

You carry out commissioning and acceptance with the customer

You instruct customers on the installed systems

You support the sales department in finding solutions and preparing offers

Your background

Successfully completed master's degree in electrical engineering, electrical power engineering or comparable technical understanding of solutions, IT systems and Network Control products as well as network calculation applications

Independent and proactive way of working as well as willingness to take responsibility

Communication skills combined with high customer orientation

German and English fluently spoken and written; French is an advantage

Interest in international cooperation and willingness to travel worldwide

General willingness for temporary assignments in our global partner units (e.g. in the context of a time-limited exchange of up to half a year) desired

More about us

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’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. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

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