Control & Protection Software

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Control & Protection Software in Others

Hitachi, Ltd.
Full time
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10/10/2026
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Chennai, India

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement control and protection software for HVDC converter stations.
Configure sequence control, regulation loops, and fault detection mechanisms.
Conduct factory acceptance testing and site acceptance testing of software applications.
Participate in on-site HVDC commissioning and resolve software-related issues.
Troubleshoot software and system problems during commissioning and operations.
Collaborate with hardware engineers, system engineers, project managers, customers, and internal teams.
Prepare software design specifications, test plans, operation manuals, and other technical documentation.
Provide technical support and training on HVDC control and protection systems.
Apply quality standards, safety regulations, and project timelines.
Travel internationally for commissioning, testing, and customer support activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Typically 3 or more years of control and protection software development experience for power systems, preferably HVDC or FACTS.
Strong knowledge of HVDC technology, VSC and LCC converter topologies, and control principles.
Proficiency in C, C++, or IEC 61131-3 industrial control programming languages.
Experience with real-time operating systems and industrial communication protocols such as IEC 61850.
Familiarity with PSCAD and MATLAB/Simulink for power-system simulation.
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for industrial control systems.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, diagnostic, teamwork, and communication skills.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Willingness to travel internationally.

Benefits

Full-time, on-site position in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
International travel opportunities for commissioning, testing, and customer support.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Pre-employment background and security screening may be required based on role responsibilities.

Hitachi, Ltd.

Hitachi, Ltd. builds industrial, energy, rail, and digital systems for governments and enterprises, combining operational technology with IT, cloud, and data infrastructure services. Its portfolio spans power grids, factory automation, data centers, rail systems, and consulting delivered through ...

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