Job Overview
Job description
- Location:
- Raleigh, NC
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
In this role, you will help shape the future of the power grid by supporting the delivery of advanced Grid Quality Solutions across North America. As a Project Technical Engineer, you will work on engineering activities that strengthen grid stability, improve performance, and contribute to the wider energy transition. You will manage technical work across the full project lifecycle-supporting engineering design, construction, and commissioning while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external partners. Grounded in real project execution, your work will influence safety, reliability, and compliance within high-voltage substation environments. This role gives you the opportunity to apply your electrical engineering training to impactful, hands-on projects while gaining exposure to technologies such as GIS, PASS, and modern BIM workflows. You will contribute to delivering efficient, cost-effective solutions that help customers operate a more resilient, high-performing grid.
How you'll make an impact
- Lead Secondary engineering (Control and Protection )activities across the full project lifecycle of AIS and GIS projects ranging from 69kV to 765kV substations.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
- Develop control and protection scope document,
- Serve as the primary technical contact for Secondary Engineering .
- Drive innovation and cost-effective solutions in proposals.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and contract standards.
- Support Installation commissioning team during construction phases.
- Evaluate risks and implement mitigation strategies with Project manager Engineering
- Promote continuous improvement and process optimization.
- Develop base and detailed design documents /drawings based on customer requirements.
- Lead the development of new solutions for complex proposal/projects.
- Drive the completion of all engineering activities on projects.
- Create work plans and cost estimates, ensuring quality deliverables.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical /mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 6+years of experience in electromechanical engineering.
- Strong proficiency in developing Protection single-line diagrams, Protection Philosophy ,Communication Architecture , AC and Dc Schematics design for various bus configuration.
- In depth Knowledge in substation Protection relays ( Hitachi/ SEL etc. ), relay configuration ,load flow short circuit analysis ,Arc flash, and Protection setting ,defining Equipment technical parameters ,CT/VT sizing ,Transmission Relay Load Ability Study etc.
- Comprehensive understanding in substation Automation ,NERC and cyber security requirements.
- Comprehensive understanding of NEC, ANSI/IEEE standards, high-voltage air-insulated and gas-insulated substation technologies.
- Background in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project environments.
- Proficient in Relay setting & configuration software, Drawing tools (E3 / AutoCAD as applicable).
- Possesses a Professional Engineering (PE) license or the ability to obtain one.
- Willingness to travel up to 20%.
- Must have valid work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States.
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About the Company
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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:
- Project Technical Engineer
- Job Type:
- Mid Level | Science and Engineering
Company profile
Hitachi Energy
hitachienergy.comHitachi 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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