Senior Optimization Engineer

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Santa Clara, California, United States
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
Fully remote
Optimization modeling tools ampl aimms cplex gurobi
High-level programming languages experience
Linux or aix operating system proficiency
Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Optimization Engineer to join their team in Santa Clara, California, focusing on optimizing electricity markets and integrating renewable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in optimization modeling, software engineering, and power systems, along with excellent communication skills

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing and implementing optimization models that help utilities and market operators make smarter, faster decisions regarding energy flows.
  • Candidates will work at the intersection of advanced mathematics, software engineering, and power systems to solve complex challenges in the energy industry.
  • The company offers a holistic range of competitive benefits including health care, financial wellbeing programs, and enhanced leave policies.

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Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Optimization Engineer to join their team in Santa Clara, California, focusing on optimizing electricity markets and integrating renewable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in optimization modeling, software engineering, and power systems, along with excellent communication skills.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits package including 401(k) match and health care

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Optimization modeling tools AMPL AIMMS CPLEX Gurobi
  • High-level programming languages experience
  • Linux or AIX operating system proficiency
  • Power system application software development
  • Advanced mathematical modeling and numerical methods

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Collaboration with global experts
  • Experience in renewable energy integration
  • Customer meeting representation skills
  • Process improvement contributions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years optimization modeling experience
  • Minimum 3 years high-level programming experience
  • Minimum 3 years Linux/AIX OS experience
  • Minimum 2 years power system application development
  • Valid US work authorization required

Work Rights

Must have existing US work authorization

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