Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0141912Date Posted:2026-09-29Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:At Hitachi Energy, we’re shaping the future of power systems—making them smarter, safer, and more sustainable. As a Senior Project Lead Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering advanced substation automation solutions that keep the grid reliable and resilient. This isn’t just another engineering job—it’s a chance to influence how energy flows across communities and industries. You’ll lead technical design, coordinate complex projects, and engage directly with customers to ensure world-class execution. From configuring SCADA systems to commissioning protective relays, your expertise will drive innovation and operational excellence. If you’re passionate about solving technical challenges, collaborating across global teams, and working on projects that matter, this is your opportunity to make an impact in the power industry’s transformation.<h3></h3><h3></h3><h2>How You’ll Make an Impact</h2><ul><li>Lead technical design and engineering deliverables for substation automation projects.</li><li>Configure and test SCADA systems, protective relays, and communication devices.</li><li>Perform electrical testing using advanced tools like DOBLE and OMICRON.</li><li>Coordinate project activities across design, production, and commissioning phases.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.</li><li>Engage with customers to optimize solutions and maintain high satisfaction.</li><li>Support project managers with technical input for proposals and risk assessments.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and share best practices across teams. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li></ul><h3></h3><h2></h2><h2>Your Background</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.</li><li>10+ years of experience in substation automation projects.</li><li>Strong knowledge of SCADA, protection systems, and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).</li><li>Hands-on experience with electrical testing using DOBLE and OMICRON equipment.</li><li>Familiarity with utility substation operations and standards.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.</li></ul><h3></h3><h2></h2><h2>More About Us</h2>We 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):<ul><li>Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)</li><li>Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension, 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&amp;D Insurance, disability insurance</li><li>Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft support, special needs assistance, and adoption support</li><li>Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)</li><li>Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups, tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning platforms</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected 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.This accommodation channel 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a>

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Senior Project Lead Engineer

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0141912Date Posted:2026-09-29Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:At Hitachi Energy, we’re shaping the future of power systems—making them smarter, safer, and more sustainable. As a Senior Project Lead Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering advanced substation automation solutions that keep the grid reliable and resilient. This isn’t just another engineering job—it’s a chance to influence how energy flows across communities and industries. You’ll lead technical design, coordinate complex projects, and engage directly with customers to ensure world-class execution. From configuring SCADA systems to commissioning protective relays, your expertise will drive innovation and operational excellence. If you’re passionate about solving technical challenges, collaborating across global teams, and working on projects that matter, this is your opportunity to make an impact in the power industry’s transformation.<h3></h3><h3></h3><h2>How You’ll Make an Impact</h2><ul><li>Lead technical design and engineering deliverables for substation automation projects.</li><li>Configure and test SCADA systems, protective relays, and communication devices.</li><li>Perform electrical testing using advanced tools like DOBLE and OMICRON.</li><li>Coordinate project activities across design, production, and commissioning phases.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.</li><li>Engage with customers to optimize solutions and maintain high satisfaction.</li><li>Support project managers with technical input for proposals and risk assessments.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and share best practices across teams. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li></ul><h3></h3><h2></h2><h2>Your Background</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.</li><li>10+ years of experience in substation automation projects.</li><li>Strong knowledge of SCADA, protection systems, and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).</li><li>Hands-on experience with electrical testing using DOBLE and OMICRON equipment.</li><li>Familiarity with utility substation operations and standards.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.</li></ul><h3></h3><h2></h2><h2>More About Us</h2>We 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):<ul><li>Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)</li><li>Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension, 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&amp;D Insurance, disability insurance</li><li>Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft support, special needs assistance, and adoption support</li><li>Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)</li><li>Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups, tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning platforms</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected 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.This accommodation channel 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a>

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