Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0119132Date Posted:2026-01-30Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Communications &amp; Corporate AffairsJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Communications SpecialistThe Opportunity Are you a strategic communications professional with a passion for storytelling, driving engagement, and creating bold messages? In this role, you will shape internal and external communications for a global technology leader in the US. As the world’s energy landscape evolves to meet surging electricity demands, this is your chance to develop and deliver impactful communications programs that connect people, ideas, and innovation.You’ll be based at our North America headquarters, collaborating with colleagues across the region and globally as part of our US communications team. If you thrive in dynamic environments and have a knack for turning complex ideas into powerful stories, we want to hear from you.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Create and execute strategic communications plans supporting U.S. operations</li><li>Create engaging written and visual communications across all channels, including newsletters, social media, and event communications</li><li>Provide communications support for various corporate and employee events, including facility openings, trade shows, and related activities</li><li>Support executive communications and thought leadership initiatives</li><li>Manage internal communications and change management programs for the U.S.</li><li>Support media, government, and community relations colleagues</li><li>Execute successful U.S. stakeholder interactions with audiences such as media, government officials, and related influencer audiences.</li><li>Oversee the rollout and localization of global communications initiatives and change management plans within the US</li></ul><ul><li>Partner and collaborate with branding, the global communications community, and business unit communications teams</li><li>Apply creative problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset</li><li>Demonstrate self-drive, commitment to excellence, and flexibility in adapting to change</li><li>Utilize strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bring 5+ years of professional communications experience</li><li>Demonstrate expertise in developing and implementing effective communications strategies and campaigns</li><li>Manage projects successfully, drive innovation, and build collaborative relationships</li><li>Experience with event management and executive communications</li><li>Strong understanding of digital channels and social media strategies</li><li>Exhibit exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills (writing samples will be requested)</li><li>Skilled with creating compelling visuals and using corporate design elements effectively</li><li>Possess excellent written and oral English language skills; proficiency in other languages is a plus</li><li>Background in energy or technology sectors preferred</li><li>Experience working in a global, complex organization and cross-functional teams (preferred)</li><li>Must possess work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States</li></ul>More About UsWe pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): • Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision • Financial Wellbeing: Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&amp;D Insurance, disability insurance • Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance • Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday) • Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platformsEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>Protected veterans and qualified 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. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Communications Specialist

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0119132Date Posted:2026-01-30Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Communications &amp; Corporate AffairsJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Communications SpecialistThe Opportunity Are you a strategic communications professional with a passion for storytelling, driving engagement, and creating bold messages? In this role, you will shape internal and external communications for a global technology leader in the US. As the world’s energy landscape evolves to meet surging electricity demands, this is your chance to develop and deliver impactful communications programs that connect people, ideas, and innovation.You’ll be based at our North America headquarters, collaborating with colleagues across the region and globally as part of our US communications team. If you thrive in dynamic environments and have a knack for turning complex ideas into powerful stories, we want to hear from you.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Create and execute strategic communications plans supporting U.S. operations</li><li>Create engaging written and visual communications across all channels, including newsletters, social media, and event communications</li><li>Provide communications support for various corporate and employee events, including facility openings, trade shows, and related activities</li><li>Support executive communications and thought leadership initiatives</li><li>Manage internal communications and change management programs for the U.S.</li><li>Support media, government, and community relations colleagues</li><li>Execute successful U.S. stakeholder interactions with audiences such as media, government officials, and related influencer audiences.</li><li>Oversee the rollout and localization of global communications initiatives and change management plans within the US</li></ul><ul><li>Partner and collaborate with branding, the global communications community, and business unit communications teams</li><li>Apply creative problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset</li><li>Demonstrate self-drive, commitment to excellence, and flexibility in adapting to change</li><li>Utilize strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bring 5+ years of professional communications experience</li><li>Demonstrate expertise in developing and implementing effective communications strategies and campaigns</li><li>Manage projects successfully, drive innovation, and build collaborative relationships</li><li>Experience with event management and executive communications</li><li>Strong understanding of digital channels and social media strategies</li><li>Exhibit exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills (writing samples will be requested)</li><li>Skilled with creating compelling visuals and using corporate design elements effectively</li><li>Possess excellent written and oral English language skills; proficiency in other languages is a plus</li><li>Background in energy or technology sectors preferred</li><li>Experience working in a global, complex organization and cross-functional teams (preferred)</li><li>Must possess work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States</li></ul>More About UsWe pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): • Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision • Financial Wellbeing: Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&amp;D Insurance, disability insurance • Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance • Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday) • Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platformsEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>Protected veterans and qualified 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. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

Communications Specialist

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