Principal Power Consultant

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Global exposure

Job summary

A leading energy consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant to expand its consulting footprint on the West Coast. This role involves sourcing new opportunities, leading advisory projects, and acting as a trusted advisor to clients. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in business development within the energy sector, strong expertise in power system tools, and excellent communication skills. The firm promotes a collaborative culture and provides continuous learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven success in business development generating over USD 1M in sales.
• 10+ years experience in power system studies or research.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Expand the West Coast consulting footprint by sourcing new opportunities.
• Lead high-impact advisory projects ensuring client satisfaction.
• Monitor and adapt to evolving market trends.

Skills

Business development

Power system tools expertise

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

PSLF

PSCAD

PROMOD

Python

Job description

.Principal Consultant page is loaded## Principal Consultantlocations: Remote - North Carolina, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0115961**Location:**Remote - North Carolina, United States**Job ID:**R0115961**Date Posted:**2026-01-28**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**Yes**Job Description:**### **he Opportunity**Be part of a global, diverse, and dynamic team leading the energy transition. At Hitachi Energy, the Power Consulting business is driving strategic and innovative initiatives across the electricity sector, using cutting‑edge technologies to build a more sustainable and resilient energy future.In this role, you will work on diverse and high‑impact consulting engagements that deepen expertise across power systems, markets, and energy infrastructure. You will collaborate with utilities, developers, and large energy users while contributing to complex advisory projects that prioritize quality, safety, and customer value.This is a strategic, externally facing role focused on business development and project execution to expand the footprint of Power Consulting on the West Coast. You will help shape market presence, convert opportunities into successful engagements, and act as a trusted advisor to customers navigating system planning, grid modernization, and energy security challenges.As the business grows, this role offers strong career progression opportunities, including potential pathways into General Management or Sales/Business Development for those interested. At Hitachi Energy, you will find a collaborative culture, global exposure, and continuous learning opportunities that support long‑term professional growth.Join us and energize your career—your energy, our future, together.### **How You’ll Make an Impact*** Expand the West Coast consulting footprint by sourcing and shaping new opportunities* Own the capture process, from client discovery through proposal development and negotiation* Apply commercial rigor through opportunity qualification, contract, and risk management* Strengthen market presence through thought leadership and targeted partnerships* Act as a trusted advisor, translating complex energy needs into high‑quality proposals* Lead high‑impact advisory projects, ensuring delivery quality, timelines, and client satisfaction* Contribute as a technical and commercial multiplier within project teams* Monitor and adapt to evolving market trends and industry players### **Your Background*** Proven success in business development for advisory services, generating over USD 1M in sales* Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field; MBA is an asset* 10+ years (Bachelor’s), 8+ years (Master’s), or 7+ years (PhD) in power system studies or research* Experience delivering advisory services and developing winning consulting proposals* Strong expertise with power system or market tools (e.g., PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, PROMOD) and Python* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills* Hitachi Energy is a global leader advancing a sustainable, secure, and flexible energy system* We offer meaningful work with global impact and exposure to leading‑edge technologies* Continuous learning and career development are central to how we work***Equal Employment Opportunity*** ***(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities***## Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## ## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.