Location:
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job ID:
R0133370 Date Posted:
2026-06-18 Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD Profession (Job Category):
Sales, Marketing & Product Management Job Schedule:
Full time Remote:
No The Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, you help define how future power systems will be planned, built, and operated. As Senior Expert in Energy System Modelling and Advanced Power System Analysis, you play a key role in shaping the company’s perspective on the global energy transition. Within the Market Innovation function and the Power Systems of the Future research program, you lead complex analytical work at the intersection of long‑term system planning, market design, and detailed technical grid analysis. You translate disruptive trends such as, renewables, electrification, sector coupling, inverter‑based resources into robust scenarios, advanced models, and actionable insights. This role is designed for a highly experienced technical professional who combines deep analytical expertise with strategic thinking, software proficiency, and the ability to influence peers, stakeholders, and future technology directions. How you’ll make an impact
Lead development of medium‑and long‑term energy transition scenarios Analyze impacts of electrification, hydrogen, storage, and market design Translate policy, technology, and climate drivers into modeling assumptions Advance capacity expansion and system planning methodologies and tools Improve optimization formulations, algorithms, and computational workflows Perform advanced power system studies, including dynamics and fault analysis Assess integration of inverter‑based resources and grid‑forming controls Bridge strategic planning models with detailed technical network studies Your background
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Computer Science, or similar; or MSc with 3+ years of relevant professional experience Deep expertise in energy system modeling and scenario analysis Strong knowledge of mathematical optimization and advanced simulations Proven experience with steady‑state, dynamic, and short‑circuit studies Solid understanding of converter‑dominated and inverter‑based resources Advanced programming skills in Python and MATLAB/Simulink Hands‑on experience with tools such as PowerFactory, PSS®E, or PSCAD Ability to mentor others and contribute to technical leadership 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. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.
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Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job ID:
R0133370 Date Posted:
2026-06-18 Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD Profession (Job Category):
Sales, Marketing & Product Management Job Schedule:
Full time Remote:
No The Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, you help define how future power systems will be planned, built, and operated. As Senior Expert in Energy System Modelling and Advanced Power System Analysis, you play a key role in shaping the company’s perspective on the global energy transition. Within the Market Innovation function and the Power Systems of the Future research program, you lead complex analytical work at the intersection of long‑term system planning, market design, and detailed technical grid analysis. You translate disruptive trends such as, renewables, electrification, sector coupling, inverter‑based resources into robust scenarios, advanced models, and actionable insights. This role is designed for a highly experienced technical professional who combines deep analytical expertise with strategic thinking, software proficiency, and the ability to influence peers, stakeholders, and future technology directions. How you’ll make an impact
Lead development of medium‑and long‑term energy transition scenarios Analyze impacts of electrification, hydrogen, storage, and market design Translate policy, technology, and climate drivers into modeling assumptions Advance capacity expansion and system planning methodologies and tools Improve optimization formulations, algorithms, and computational workflows Perform advanced power system studies, including dynamics and fault analysis Assess integration of inverter‑based resources and grid‑forming controls Bridge strategic planning models with detailed technical network studies Your background
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Computer Science, or similar; or MSc with 3+ years of relevant professional experience Deep expertise in energy system modeling and scenario analysis Strong knowledge of mathematical optimization and advanced simulations Proven experience with steady‑state, dynamic, and short‑circuit studies Solid understanding of converter‑dominated and inverter‑based resources Advanced programming skills in Python and MATLAB/Simulink Hands‑on experience with tools such as PowerFactory, PSS®E, or PSCAD Ability to mentor others and contribute to technical leadership 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. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.
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Senior Expert in Energy System Modelling and Advanced Power System Analysis Arbeitgeber: Hitachi
Hitachi Energy ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern in Zürich ein dynamisches und unterstützendes Arbeitsumfeld bietet. Mit flexiblen Arbeitspraktiken und umfangreichen Möglichkeiten zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung fördert das Unternehmen nicht nur die individuelle Karriere, sondern auch die Teamkultur, in der Wissenstransfer und technische Führung geschätzt werden. Die Lage in Zürich ermöglicht zudem den Zugang zu einem internationalen Netzwerk und einer lebendigen Gemeinschaft von Fachleuten im Energiesektor.
