Power Quality & Grid Projects Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC is seeking a Senior Project Lead Engineer to oversee a team delivering advanced power quality solutions and EPC turnkey projects. You will coordinate across system design, electrical, mechanical, and control disciplines, ensuring safe, on-time execution and alignment with contractual requirements.

This role emphasizes leadership, project governance, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent.
• 2–3 years in leadership roles such as line management or project management.
• 3–5 years managing large EPC turnkey projects.
• Experience with HV substations or FACTS projects.
• PMP certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of Project Lead Engineers to deliver high-quality power quality solutions.
• Oversee project execution to ensure alignment with schedule, cost, contract, safety, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate engineering activities across disciplines including system design, electrical, mechanical, controls, and studies.
• Collaborate with global teams and internal stakeholders to support project delivery and organizational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support strategic programs such as Scale-to-Potential and competency development efforts.
• Guide project execution practices, ensure adherence to internal procedures, and support project closure in line with contractual commitments.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, serving as an escalation point for engineering challenges.
• Promote and support a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across project teams.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Power systems

HV substations

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA INC is seeking a Senior Project Lead Engineer to oversee a team delivering advanced power quality solutions and EPC turnkey projects. You will coordinate across system design, electrical, mechanical, and control disciplines, ensuring safe, on-time execution and alignment with contractual requirements.

This role emphasizes leadership, project governance, and cross-functional collaboration.