Location:
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job ID:
R0133408
Date Posted:
2026-06-18
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Sales, Marketing & Product Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The Opportunity
The power sector is transforming rapidly. Renewable integration, distributed energy resources, electrification, sector coupling, and evolving market designs are reshaping how power systems are planned and operated.
To address these challenges, Hitachi Energy established the Market Innovation function to complement technology‑driven innovation with a strong market perspective. Within our Power Systems of the Future research program, you help shape medium‑ and long‑term views on global power system transformation and translate them into innovative, practical solutions.
In this role, you combine future‑oriented energy system modeling with deep technical power system analysis. You develop scenarios, improve planning tools, perform advanced grid studies, and build robust analytical workflows. You work at the intersection of strategy, engineering, and research bridging long‑term system planning with real‑world technical performance.
How you’ll make an impact
Develop medium‑ and long‑term energy transition scenarios across regions
Analyze impacts of electrification, hydrogen, storage, and market evolution
Translate policy, technology, and market trends into modeling assumptions
Improve capacity expansion and system planning models and tools
Enhance optimization methods, algorithms, and computational workflows
Perform advanced power system studies, including load flow and dynamics
Assess integration of inverter‑based resources and grid‑forming controls
Link long‑term planning insights with detailed technical grid studies
Your Background
MSc in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Computer Science, or similar
Strong experience in energy system modeling and scenario analysis
Solid knowledge of mathematical optimization and advanced simulations
Experience with steady‑state, dynamic, and fault studies in power systems
Understanding of converter‑dominated grids and inverter‑based resources
Hands‑on programming skills in Python and MATLAB/Simulink
Experience with power system tools such as PowerFactory, PSS®E, or PSCAD
Experience with optimization solvers and modeling workflows like Gurobi or equivalent tools
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.
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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.
