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Join Hitachi Energy as a Power Systems Quality Assurance Engineer and help ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions that enable smarter, more reliable energy management.\nIn this role, you'll be part of a global team spanning the United States, Sweden, and Poland, working on advanced Generation Management Systems (GMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and SCADA solutions that support critical utility operations worldwide. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle, applying your expertise in testing, quality assurance, and power systems to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence.\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing product quality, and contributing to digital technologies that accelerate the transition to cleaner energy. If you're ready to shape the future of energy while growing your career in a collaborative and inclusive environment, we'd love to hear from you.\nHow You'll Make an Impact\nDevelop comprehensive test strategies based on business requirements, solution designs, and functional specifications.\nDesign and execute functional and non-functional test cases to validate system performance and quality.\nCreate and manage test data required for successful project delivery.\nUtilize test management tools to maintain test scripts, execute test plans, and report progress.\nIdentify, track, investigate, and verify software issues in collaboration with development teams.\nSupport the full product lifecycle through continuous quality improvements and testing excellence.\nActively participate in Agile development activities and cross-functional team initiatives.\nMentor team members on testing best practices, quality processes, and risk reduction techniques.\nYour Background\nBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline.\nMinimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance, engineering, or power systems-related environments.\nKnowledge of EMS, GMS, SCADA systems, and utility operations, including AGC, Economic Dispatch, Reserve Management, or Generation Planning.\nUnderstanding of quality assurance methodologies, testing processes, and software lifecycle management.\nExperience with test management tools such as Jira/Zephyr Scale or Azure DevOps is an advantage.\nAuthorization to work in the United States without future sponsorship requirements.\nMore About Us\nJoin a global technology leader advancing a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.\nCollaborate with diverse teams, industry experts, and innovative professionals across the world.\nGrow your career through continuous learning, development opportunities, and meaningful work that makes a real impact.\nResponsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.\nEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/ProtectedVeterans/Individuals with Disabilities\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 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