Junior Substation Automation Engineer (SCADA)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking an Automation Junior Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This entry-level role focuses on designing, configuring, testing, and deploying substation automation systems using MicroSCADA and related technologies.

You will gain hands-on experience through training, mentorship, and exposure to SCADA, HMI, and communication networks. The role emphasizes learning the fundamentals of substation automation, power system technologies, and engineering best practices while supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering.
• 0-2 years of experience (internships or co-ops considered).
• Interest in substation automation, SCADA and power system technologies.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.
• U.S. work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and configuring substation automation systems.
• Configure MicroSCADA applications, HMIs, alarms, and data acquisition functions.
• Learn and support communication protocols including IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3, and GOOSE.
• Assist with preparing engineering documentation and network diagrams.
• Participate in reviews and design validation activities.
• Support project execution to ensure quality, schedule, and customer requirements.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Circuit analysis

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering

Tools

MicroSCADA

SCADA

HMI development

IEC 61850

Modbus

DNP3

GOOSE

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking an Automation Junior Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This entry-level role focuses on designing, configuring, testing, and deploying substation automation systems using MicroSCADA and related technologies.

You will gain hands-on experience through training, mentorship, and exposure to SCADA, HMI, and communication networks. The role emphasizes learning the fundamentals of substation automation, power system technologies, and engineering best practices while supporting