Project Management Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead engineering activities across AIS and GIS substations from 69kV to 765kV.

You will coordinate diverse teams, support proposals, define schedules and quality metrics, and provide technical interface with stakeholders across Procurement, construction and commissioning stages. Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years in power systems or grid integration, and a PE license or ability to obtain one, with strong

Qualifications

• 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 EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) projects.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

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.

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