Raleigh, NC
5 months ago

Job Overview

Job Type
Mid Level | Science and Engineering
Pay
Not disclosed

Job description

Location:
Raleigh, NC
Work arrangement:
On-site

Role Summary

In this role, you will support the installation, commissioning, and service of advanced power grid technologies within Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration Service organization. Working closely with service, commissioning, and engineering teams, you will focus on control systems that support FACTS, HVDC, substation, and power quality applications. Your work will span the full plant lifecycle, from commissioning through warranty and ongoing service, requiring hands-on involvement in fault tracing, system corrections, verification, and on-site technical support. You will operate in dynamic field environments, often under time-critical conditions, while collaborating with project managers, suppliers, and customers to meet specific service and control functionality needs. This position offers exposure to complex control platforms including HMI, MicroSCADA, PLC logic, and system software, and provides opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery. Your efforts will directly support grid reliability, system availability, and safe operation across critical power infrastructure.

How You'll Make an Impact- Support commissioning, service, and maintenance of power system control platforms including HMI, MicroSCADA, and PLC-based solutions

  • Perform fault tracing, correction, implementation, and verification of control system components
  • Serve as primary field and phone support for service teams and customers on control system matters
  • Assist with control system design, implementation, and testing activities across projects
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, project managers, suppliers, and customers to meet service requirements
  • Deliver control system training to internal teams and customers
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives focused on service and control system effectiveness
  • Support tendering activities with control system insights
  • 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's degree in engineering with specialization in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Automatic Control Theory, Software Engineering, or a comparable field, or a combination of education and experience in controls or process automation
  • Experience working with computer-based control systems
  • Knowledge of substation products, equipment, and engineering practices
  • Knowledge of electrical standards and regulations (ANSI, CSA, IEC, and others)
  • Ability to work autonomously in time-critical and high-pressure service environments
  • Availability to travel up to 60%, including extended travel within North America and internationally

More About Us

Working at Hitachi Energy provides exposure to complex grid integration projects, collaboration with experienced professionals, and opportunities to grow your technical and field service capabilities across the power industry.

  • 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:
Field Service Control System Engineer
Job Type:
Mid 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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