Control/Cyber Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United States is seeking a qualified engineer to support the development of control solutions for FACTS and HVDC projects within the Grid Integration business. You will help develop interface and communication hardware and software, contribute to drawings, site layouts, PC and network configuration, and participate in design reviews from development through startup.

This role offers hands-on experience across engineering development, testing, and commissioning, with

Qualifications

• Requires work authorization to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, preferably Electrical/Controls/Computer Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with ICS/OT, automation, or software integrated with physical equipment.
• Minimum 2 years of commissioning, FAT, or SAT for industrial automation and power systems.
• Experience with PLC programming, HMI, SCADA, and control system integration.
• Experience developing or supporting software and UIs communicating with industrial equipment and networks.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and interfaces.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, domains, segmentation, virtualization, and OS administration.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity approaches and tools.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop interface and communication hardware and software solutions for FACTS and HVDC installations.
• Create drawings supporting layouts and site designs.
• Configure PCs from operating system and network perspectives.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to project development activities.
• Prepare detailed documentation to support created controls.
• Take ownership of customer-related issues and drive them to completion with internal/external suppliers and team members.
• Support FAT, site construction, and commissioning activities for new projects.
• Follow cybersecurity processes and standards in projects, including support for cybersecurity services, reporting, and deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

ICS/OT experience

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA systems

Industrial automation

Control system integration

Software for industrial equipment

Cybersecurity basics

TCP/IP networking

Network design fundamentals

OS administration

Industrial communication protocols

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

In this role, you will support the development of control solutions for Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and High Voltage DC (HVDC) projects within Hitachi Energy’s Grid Integration business. You will help develop interface and communication hardware and software solutions used in installations, while contributing to drawings, site layouts, PC and network configuration, design reviews, documentation, factory acceptance testing, and site commissioning. Your work will connect engineering development with field execution, helping projects move from design through delivery and startup. By supporting control development, communication networks, cybersecurity processes, and safe project execution, you will contribute to the reliability, safety, and performance of critical grid infrastructure while building hands‑on experience in advanced power transmission applications.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop interface and communication hardware and software solutions for FACTS and HVDC installations.
• Create drawings that support layouts and site designs.
• Configure PCs from both an operating system and network perspective.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to project development activities.
• Prepare detailed documentation to support created controls.
• Take ownership of customer‑related issues and drive them to completion with internal and external suppliers and team members.
• Support factory acceptance testing, site construction, and commissioning activities for new projects.
• Follow and implement cybersecurity processes and standards in projects, including support for cybersecurity services, reporting, and deliveries.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, preferably Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Operational Technology (OT), automation systems, or software integrated with physical equipment and industrial processes.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), or Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities for industrial automation, control systems, power systems, or related equipment.
• Experience with PLC programming, HMI development, SCADA systems, industrial automation platforms, and control system integration.
• Experience developing, configuring, or supporting software and user interface components that communicate with industrial equipment and operational networks.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and interfaces used in controls and automation environments.
• Knowledge of network design and implementation fundamentals, including TCP/IP, domains, segmentation, virtualization technologies, and operating system administration.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity approaches and tools, with the ability to apply sound judgment and problem‑solving skills to address technical issues.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%

More About Us

In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience in advanced grid control applications while working across development, testing, and commissioning activities that support modern power systems.

• 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
• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

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