Project Lead Engineer | Raleigh, United States of America

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, North Carolina is seeking a Project Manager Engineering to lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts on AIS and GIS substation projects from concept to commissioning. You will coordinate internal teams and external partners to deliver high-impact energy solutions.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years in power systems or grid integration, a PE license or ability to obtain, and strong knowledge of NEC and ANSI/IEEE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in power systems or grid integration.
• Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain.
• Deep knowledge of NEC and ANSI/IEEE standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities across AIS and GIS projects from concept to commissioning.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Support proposal efforts with innovative, cost-effective solutions.
• Define project tasks, schedules, and quality metrics.
• Evaluate risks and opportunities to optimize outcomes.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
• Act as the primary technical interface for stakeholders.
• Drive continuous process improvements across engineering functions.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just powering the grid—we’re transforming it. As a global leader in Grids and Power Quality Solutions, helping utilities and industries worldwide enhance grid stability, increase capacity, and reduce environmental impact.

Now, we’re looking for a Project Manager Engineering to join our Grid & Power Quality Solutions (GPQS) team. This is your chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts on high-impact projects that shape the future of energy. You’ll manage the full engineering scope of Air Insulated and Gas Insulated Substation projects—from concept to commissioning, ensuring technical excellence, cost efficiency, and seamless execution.

You’ll be the technical heartbeat of the project, collaborating with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and consortium partners. Whether it’s driving innovation in system design, coordinating resources, or supporting installation and commissioning, your leadership will be key to delivering smarter, more resilient power systems.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead all engineering activities across the lifecycle of AIS and GIS projects ranging from 69kV to 765kV substations
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (Primary, Secondary , Civil )and external partners
• Support proposal efforts with innovative, cost-effective solutions
• Define project tasks, schedules, and quality metrics
• Evaluate risks and opportunities to optimize project outcomes
• Provide technical support during Procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
• Act as the primary technical interface for stakeholders
• Drive continuous process improvements across engineering functions
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of relevant experience in power systems or grid integration.
• Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain
• Deep knowledge of National Electric Code and ANSI/IEEE standards
• Experience with Transmission High-Voltage substations and FACTS technologies
• Background in Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-10-01

Reference number R0140267

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

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