Lead Protection & Control Engineer – Grid Automation

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy company is seeking a Protection & Control Lead Engineer to design and implement advanced protection schemes for power systems. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 12 years of experience in protection and control engineering. This role offers the chance to collaborate on innovative projects that contribute to the energy transition and modernization of the power grid, located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Qualifications

• 12–16 years of experience in protection and control engineering.
• Strong knowledge of substation automation and grid protection systems.
• Proficiency with industry standards and vendor technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced protection and control schemes for power systems.
• Develop engineering documentation and specifications for substation automation projects.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve design challenges during project execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

A global energy company is seeking a Protection & Control Lead Engineer to design and implement advanced protection schemes for power systems. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 12 years of experience in protection and control engineering. This role offers the chance to collaborate on innovative projects that contribute to the energy transition and modernization of the power grid, located in Raleigh, North Carolina.