FACTS Control Application Engineer

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Cary, North Carolina is seeking a FACTS Controls Engineer to join our Power Quality Solutions team. You will design, program, test, verify, and commission advanced control applications that support utility customers and evolving energy landscapes.

This hybrid role offers exposure to MACH control systems, HIL testing, and cross-border collaboration with teams in North America, Sweden, and India.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Power Systems, Power Electronics, Control Theory, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of controls engineering experience, preferably within power systems applications.
• 2+ years of programming experience across multiple environments and languages.
• Experience designing and testing PI, PID, or similar control algorithms.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, control theory, and power electronics applications.
• Experience with MATLAB, real-time simulators, or similar modeling tools; FACTS/HVDC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain control algorithms for FACTS applications.
• Program and configure the MACH control system to meet project requirements.
• Perform control logic development, debugging, testing, and deployment activities.
• Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing with real-time simulators.
• Create models and simulations for power electronics and power systems.
• Support factory acceptance testing, commissioning, and site startup activities.

Skills

PI/PID control

Power systems knowledge

Programming across languages

MATLAB

Real-time simulators

Education

Master's degree in Power Systems

Ph.D. in related field

Tools

MATLAB

Real-time simulators

Job description

Are you passionate about advancing the future of power systems and grid reliability? Hitachi Energy is looking for a FACTS Controls Engineer to join our growing Power Quality Solutions (PQS) team in Cary, North Carolina. As a global leader in Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS), Hitachi Energy delivers innovative technologies that improve the security, flexibility, and capacity of electrical transmission networks across the world.

In this role, you will help develop and implement advanced control solutions that serve as the "brain" behind FACTS installations. Working with Hitachi Energy's industry-leading MACH control system, you will design, program, test, verify, and commission sophisticated control applications that support utility customers and the evolving energy landscape. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project managers, customers, and global colleagues to solve complex technical challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronics and control technologies, contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects, and influence the future of grid modernization. The role follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of approximately three to four days per week onsite in Cary, NC, while maintaining flexibility to support business needs. You will also gain exposure to international collaboration through partnerships with teams across North America, Sweden, and India.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact

FACTS Controls EngineerThe Opportunity

Are you passionate about advancing the future of power systems and grid reliability? Hitachi Energy is looking for a FACTS Controls Engineer to join our growing Power Quality Solutions (PQS) team in Cary, North Carolina. As a global leader in Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS), Hitachi Energy delivers innovative technologies that improve the security, flexibility, and capacity of electrical transmission networks across the world.

In this role, you will help develop and implement advanced control solutions that serve as the "brain" behind FACTS installations. Working with Hitachi Energy's industry-leading MACH control system, you will design, program, test, verify, and commission sophisticated control applications that support utility customers and the evolving energy landscape. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project managers, customers, and global colleagues to solve complex technical challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronics and control technologies, contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects, and influence the future of grid modernization. The role follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of approximately three to four days per week onsite in Cary, NC, while maintaining flexibility to support business needs. You will also gain exposure to international collaboration through partnerships with teams across North America, Sweden, and India.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain control algorithms for FACTS applications.

• Program and configure the MACH control system to meet customer and project requirements.

• Perform control logic development, debugging, testing, and deployment activities.

• Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing using real-time simulators.

• Create models and simulations for power electronics and power system applications.

• Support factory acceptance testing, commissioning activities, and site startup efforts.

• Prepare technical documentation, customer submittals, test procedures, and test records.

• Collaborate with project teams, customers, and global engineering groups to deliver successful project outcomes.

Your Background

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Power Systems, Power Electronics, Control Theory, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of controls engineering experience, preferably within power systems applications.

• 2+ years of programming experience with the ability to work across multiple programming environments and languages.

• Experience designing and testing PI, PID, or similar control algorithms.

• Strong knowledge of power systems, control theory, and power electronics applications.

• Experience with MATLAB, real-time simulators, or similar modeling and simulation tools. FACTS, HVDC, or utility power systems experience is highly preferred.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you will be part of a global team driving the transition toward a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.

• We foster a collaborative and innovative culture where continuous learning, career development, and knowledge sharing are highly valued.

• Work alongside industry experts on technologies that help utilities and industries modernize critical power infrastructure around the world.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-08-21

Reference number R0140336

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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