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For our research center in Bangalore, India, we are looking for an R&D Scientist with expertise in power system protection, with special focus towards new protection philosophy and algorithm development for inverter-based resource rich power systems. In this role, you will work in highly skilled, collaborative teams contributing to technologies that enable a more sustainable and resilient energy system. You will drive impact by executing innovative research in power system protection, fault location, WAMPAC applications and automation, collaborating across global internal and external ecosystems, and knowledge dissemination via publications, patents, and reports\nResponsibilities\nPropose, contribute to and lead projects in power systems protection, control, substation automation, and related fields.\nFormulate research hypothesis to address technology gaps, and prove/disprove them through simulation, lab-prototype, Hardware-in-loop (HIL), etc.\nIdentify technology gaps that address present and future business needs.\nCollaborate with a global team and network in the company to identify, solve real-world challenges for our customers and actively distribute your knowledge and expertise\nCollaborate with external partners including universities, startups and vendors\nDisseminate your results in scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports\nBackground\nPhD degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Systems or power system protection, or in a related field.\nSound academic grounding in power system protection, power electronics and converter behaviour, power electronics applied to power systems, transient analysis/EMT studies\nTheoretical background demonstrated through publications in reputable journals and conferences is preferred.\nExtensive experience in power systems simulation and control is required.\nPrior experience/exposure to protection algorithm development can be beneficial.\nProficient in one or more of commonly used power systems simulation platforms like PSCAD, PSS/E, DigSilent PowerFactory, Opal-RT, etc.\nBasic scripting skills in common programming languages like Python/MATLAB/C/ C++ is an advantage.\nGood written, verbal communication and presentation skills in English is required.\nEssential attitudes to have - team player, proactive, enterprising, ownership, creativity and innovation capability.\nKnowledge of standards and protocols related to power system protection, substation automation and communication (e.g., IEC 61850 (GOOSE and SV), DNP3, PMU protocols, etc.) is preferred.\nAccessibility and reasonable accommodation\nQualified 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. 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