Application Engineer - Statcom

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

• You will assist Application Engineer to provide Statcom solution.
• You will be responsible for STATCOM LP/MP system configuration, SLD and layout design.
• You will be responsible for STATCOM LP/MP system design, equipment design and sizing, performance guarantee.
• You will perform design studies for SVC/STATCOM systems (Flicker, MVar Sizing, Harmonic filter design and performance analysis).
• You will perform equipment sizing and rating calculations for SVC and STATCOM systems including VSC, phase leg reactor, FC branch, pre-charging circuit.
• You will support tendering engineer to prepare technical proposal.
• You will support Sales to present Statcom solution to Customer.
• You will investigate AC/DC EAF process and Grid code requirement.
• You will be able to review customer specifications and develop equipment and system design specifications, Knowhow of PSCAD Simulation.
• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• 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

• Bachelor or above majoring in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Power system and its automation.
• Required couple of years experience and more.
• Good knowledge in MMC power electronic equipment (IGBT/IGCT) and Statcom control strategy in Industry and Utility application.
• Proficiency in English language.

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) :

• Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
• Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
• Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
• Long service awards
• 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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Client-provided location(s): Beijing, China

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-153405

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-09-05T23:35:09