Raleigh, NC
2 months ago

Job Overview

Job Type
Senior Level | Science and Engineering
Pay
Not disclosed

Job description

Location:
Raleigh, NC
Work arrangement:
On-site

Role Summary

In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of high-voltage substations and Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) projects within Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business. Your work supports grid owners in increasing power transfer capacity, improving system stability, and integrating power more efficiently into existing networks. You will be involved across project phases, from tender support through detailed design, manufacturing documentation, installation, and commissioning. The work spans electro-mechanical and primary/physical design, requiring coordination with electrical, civil, system engineering, and global team members. You will address complex technical challenges involving station layouts, grounding, lightning protection, structural components, and 3D plant models, while working within applicable codes and standards. Through technical discussions with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors, your contributions will help deliver safe, reliable, and well-documented solutions that support long-term grid reliability and power quality improvement.

How You'll Make an Impact- Develop base and detailed electro-mechanical and primary/physical designs for FACTS and high-voltage substation projects

  • Coordinate mechanical engineering activities across multiple projects and disciplines
  • Prepare station layouts, grounding plans, lightning protection plans, and related design documents
  • Perform and review mechanical calculations related to grounding, illumination, magnetic fields, lightning protection, and structures
  • Create and review 3D plant models using Revit and associated BIM tools
  • Support testing, installation, and commissioning activities through technical input
  • Review vendor and sub-supplier drawings, technical documentation, and bid responses
  • Prepare work plans, cost estimates, and engineering documentation including As-Built drawings
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Your Background- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience with high-voltage substations an/or Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS)
  • Knowledge of National Electric Code and ANSI/IEEE requirements
  • Experience with FACTS and/or high-voltage substations
  • Experience in HV transmission substation plant design
  • Experience with Revit 3D modeling and BIM / Autodesk Construction Cloud

More About Us

Working at Hitachi Energy provides the opportunity to contribute to complex grid integration projects while collaborating with experienced professionals across disciplines and regions, supporting both personal development and technical growth.

  • Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
  • A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
  • Access to learning platforms and career development programs
  • Competitive health and retirement benefits
  • Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

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About the Company

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully

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Competitive salary and incentives

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits that support your financial security

Role:
Electro-Mechanical Engineer
Job Type:
Senior Level | Science and Engineering

Company profile

Hitachi Energy

hitachienergy.com

Hitachi Energy works on the global energy system, aiming to make electricity more sustainable, secure, resilient and affordable and more accessible to all. Its technologies support the expansion and transition of power systems and grids, including HVDC transmission. The company is part of Hitachi Ltd. and traces its heritage to the engineering companies ASEA and Brown Boveri, through its predecessor company ABB. Hitachi Energy is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
2018
Funding Stage
Subsidiary

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