Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United States seeks an experienced engineer to contribute to high‑voltage substation and FACTS project design. You will work across tender, design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning with a focus on mechanical and primary design aspects.

The role requires coordinating multi‑discipline activities, producing station layouts, grounding and lightning protection plans, and delivering 3D BIM models. Strong knowledge of NEC/IEEE and Revit usage is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in high-voltage substations or FACTS.
• Knowledge of NEC and ANSI/IEEE standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop base and detailed electro‑mechanical designs for FACTS and HV substations.
• Coordinate mechanical activities across projects and disciplines.
• Prepare station layouts, grounding and lightning protection plans.
• Create and review 3D plant models using Revit and BIM tools.
• Support testing, installation, and commissioning activities with technical input.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations and guidelines.

Skills

HV Substations

Electrical design coordination

3D modeling

Grounding & lightning protection

BIM coordination

Project documentation

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of high-voltage substations and Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) projects within Hitachi Energy’s Grid Integration business. Your work supports grid owners in increasing power transfer capacity, improving system stability, and integrating power more efficiently into existing networks. You will be involved across project phases, from tender support through detailed design, manufacturing documentation, installation, and commissioning. The work spans electro-mechanical and primary/physical design, requiring coordination with electrical, civil, system engineering, and global team members. You will address complex technical challenges involving station layouts, grounding, lightning protection, structural components, and 3D plant models, while working within applicable codes and standards. Through technical discussions with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors, your contributions will help deliver safe, reliable, and well-documented solutions that support long-term grid reliability and power quality improvement.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop base and detailed electro-mechanical and primary/physical designs for FACTS and high-voltage substation projects
• Coordinate mechanical engineering activities across multiple projects and disciplines
• Prepare station layouts, grounding plans, lightning protection plans, and related design documents
• Perform and review mechanical calculations related to grounding, illumination, magnetic fields, lightning protection, and structures
• Create and review 3D plant models using Revit and associated BIM tools
• Support testing, installation, and commissioning activities through technical input
• Review vendor and sub-supplier drawings, technical documentation, and bid responses
• Prepare work plans, cost estimates, and engineering documentation including As-Built drawings
• 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 of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience with high-voltage substations an/or Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS)
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and ANSI/IEEE requirements
• Experience with FACTS and/or high-voltage substations
• Experience in HV transmission substation plant design
• Experience with Revit 3D modeling and BIM / Autodesk Construction Cloud

More About Us

Working at Hitachi Energy provides the opportunity to contribute to complex grid integration projects while collaborating with experienced professionals across disciplines and regions, supporting both personal development and technical growth.

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

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