Power System Study Engineer

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team as a Power System Study Engineer, where you will engage with cutting-edge FACTS technology to enhance energy systems. This role offers the opportunity to analyze performance, conduct voltage regulation studies, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. You'll be part of a dynamic environment that values innovation and diversity, making a significant impact on the energy landscape. If you're passionate about sustainable energy and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Care (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) Program with company match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Enhanced Leave Programs

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in power systems and control system analysis.
• Proficiency in power system simulation tools like PSCAD and PSSE.

Responsibilities

• Analyze performance of FACTS plants and perform voltage regulation studies.
• Collaborate with teams on project deliveries and customer needs.

Skills

Power Systems Analysis

Control System Analysis

Communication Skills

Project Management

Multicultural Team Collaboration

Education

M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

RTDS

PSSE

Job description

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Power System Study Engineer and be part of a pioneering team that is shaping the future of energy. At Hitachi Energy, we are dedicated to increasing access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy for all. As a member of our Grid & Power Quality Solutions (GPQS) team in Raleigh, you will work with cutting-edge FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) technology, enabling power system owners to enhance capacity and stability with minimal environmental impact. This is your chance to make a significant impact on the energy landscape while growing your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Bring your passion, energy, and innovative spirit to a team that values diversity and collaboration.

How you'll make an impact

1. Analyze and verify the performance of FACTS plants in the connected grid.
2. Perform voltage regulation and operation studies during wide-area disturbances.
3. Engage in power oscillation damping and sub-synchronous interaction analysis.
4. Investigate failures and tune advanced controllers.
5. Create detailed reports and present findings to customers.
6. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project and tender deliveries.
7. Participate in customer meetings to understand and address their needs.

Your background

1. M.Sc. or Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related field.
2. Ten years of experience in power systems and control system analysis.
3. Proficiency in PSCAD, RTDS, PSSE, or other power system simulation tools.
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
5. Extensive knowledge of high-power electronic converters and their control.
6. Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.
7. Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

1. Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision.
2. Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance.
3. Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance.
4. Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).
5. Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program.

Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Job type Full time

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2025-04-17

Reference number R0063115

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $13 billion USD.
www.hitachienergy.com

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