IT Application Specialist

The Opportunity:

Hitachi Energy is driving digital transformation across its global manufacturing network through advanced industrial automation, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and data-driven solutions. As factories continue to evolve toward smarter and more connected operations, there is an increasing need for skilled engineers who can design, implement, test, and support these solutions across diverse manufacturing environments.In this role, you will work with state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, integrating MES, industrial automation systems, quality and production applications, data analytics, and digital tools that enable operational excellence. As solutions become more sophisticated and customized to meet factory-specific needs, extensive collaboration, testing, validation, and continuous improvement are required to ensure successful deployment and long-term business value.This is an exciting opportunity to work with global teams, support digital transformation initiatives, engage directly with factory stakeholders and customers, and contribute to the future of smart manufacturing at Hitachi Energy.

How will you make an impact:

• Design, configure, implement, verify, and commission systems to meet customer and project requirements.
• Lead control activities, ensuring compliance with project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and technical specifications.
• Develop, test, and optimize system functionalities for industrial and energy applications.
• Coordinate hardware integration activities, including interfacing with other systems and plataforms.
• Plan and execute In ternal Acceptance Tests (IAT), Software Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities while maintaining detailed test records and technical documentation.
• Act as a technical focal point between project management teams, local and global offices, and customers during project execution.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and technical reviews to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Support on-site commissioning activities and provide troubleshooting assistance during system startup and operational phases.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, industry standards, and safety regulations throughout all project phases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge sharing, and best practices within the engineering organization.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, Power Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial control systems, automation, system integration, testing, or commissioning.
• Experience with control logic development, MES systems, systems integration, Internal Acceptance Testing (IAT), Software Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, industrial automation, communication protocols, and control system architectures.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and work effectively in multidisciplinary and international project environments.
• Experience managing technical deliverables while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and project requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites for testing, commissioning, and technical support activities.