Automation Commissioning Junior Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Isle Forest (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)

Employer sponsored pension – 401(k) Program

Enhanced leave programs

Permissive Time Off

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in North Carolina is seeking an Automation Commissioning Junior Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in the power industry, supporting the testing and commissioning of substation automation systems. You will work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to critical energy infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and possess strong communication skills. With a willingness to learn and travel, this opportunity offers a pathway to a successful career in the evolving energy sector.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships are considered.
• Basic understanding of electrical fundamentals.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and commissioning of automation systems.
• Perform signal checks for system validation.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams.

Skills

Understanding of electric power systems

Communication skills

Interest in substation automation

Ability to collaborate

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Opportunity

Are you ready to launch your career in the power industry and gain hands‑on experience supporting the infrastructure that powers communities? As an Automation Commissioning Junior Engineer, you will support the testing, integration, and commissioning of substation automation systems used across modern power grids. Through structured training, mentorship, and real‑world field experience, you will develop technical knowledge in substation automation, grid infrastructure, SCADA environments, communication protocols, and commissioning practices. Working alongside experienced engineers, project managers, and customers, you will help ensure automation systems are installed, configured, tested, and validated according to project requirements and safety standards. This role offers significant exposure to high‑voltage energy systems, renewable integration, and advanced automation technologies while providing a pathway to build a long‑term career in the evolving energy sector. If you are energized by learning in the field, collaborating with others, and contributing to reliable and modern power systems, this is an opportunity to develop valuable skills while supporting critical energy infrastructure.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities.
• Assist with the testing and commissioning of substation automation systems.
• Perform signal checks and verification activities to support system validation.
• Support the integration and configuration of automation systems.
• Develop knowledge of communication protocols including IEC 61850, DNP3, and Modbus.
• Assist with project documentation and reporting activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and customers during commissioning and testing activities.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a culture of safety, integrity, and accountability.
• 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 Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships are considered.
• Basic understanding of electric power systems or electrical fundamentals.
• Interest in substation automation, grid systems, or field engineering.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 80%, for on‑site commissioning activities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams.

More About Us

In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience with substation automation systems, grid infrastructure, commissioning practices, and advanced power system technologies while working alongside experienced professionals across the energy industry.

• Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension – 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&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)
• Hybrid Work Environment: This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of in‑office and remote collaboration based on business needs.
• Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you need
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms