Project Management Engineering

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC, seeks a Project Lead Engineer to coordinate and execute large-scale EPC projects in grid integration and FACTS technologies. You will manage the full engineering scope, lead cross-discipline teams, and serve as the main technical contact for customers and partners.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 6+ years in technical leadership, and experience with high-voltage systems (69kV+), with PE preferred and knowledge of ANSI/IEEE standards and NEC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 6+ years of experience in engineering, project engineering, project management, or related leadership roles.
• Strong experience with transmission-level high-voltage systems (69kV and above).
• Experience supporting large-scale EPC projects.
• Knowledge of ANSI/IEEE standards and NEC.
• PE license preferred; experience with FACTS technologies such as STATCOM, SVC, or Series Capacitors is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across electrical, mechanical, controls, studies, and related disciplines.
• Own and manage the complete engineering scope throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers, suppliers, consortium partners, and project stakeholders.
• Drive engineering execution to meet project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Support proposal development through innovative, cost-effective, and value-added technical solutions.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities while supporting business growth initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership during installation, commissioning, and project startup activities.
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement across project teams and engineering processes.

Skills

Leadership coordination

Engineering project leadership

HV transmission systems

EPC project experience

Customer/stakeholder liaison

Standards knowledge

FACTS technologies knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy is looking for a Project Lead Engineer to join our growing Grid & Power Quality Solutions team in North America. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering innovative grid integration and FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) projects that help utilities increase transmission capacity, improve grid stability, and accelerate the global energy transition.

In this role, you will serve as the technical leader and coordinator across multiple engineering disciplines, acting as the "glue" that brings together complex engineering activities into successful project execution. You will be a trusted technical partner to project managers, customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, overseeing the complete engineering scope from proposal through design, construction, commissioning, and project completion.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on large-scale, multimillion-dollar EPC projects involving transmission-level high-voltage systems and advanced power quality technologies. This position offers the chance to solve complex technical challenges, influence project outcomes, collaborate with global teams, and help shape the future of sustainable energy infrastructure. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This hybrid position is based in the Raleigh/Cary, North Carolina area, with an expectation of working in the office two to three days per week and approximately 20% domestic and international travel.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across electrical, mechanical, controls, studies, and related disciplines.

• Own and manage the complete engineering scope throughout the project lifecycle.

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers, suppliers, consortium partners, and project stakeholders.

• Drive engineering execution to meet project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements.

• Support proposal development through innovative, cost-effective, and value-added technical solutions.

• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities while supporting business growth initiatives.

• Provide technical leadership during installation, commissioning, and project startup activities.

• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement across project teams and engineering processes.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a strong preference for Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• 6+ years of experience in engineering, project engineering, project management, or related technical leadership roles.

• Strong experience with transmission-level high-voltage systems (69kV and above); this is a critical requirement.

• Experience supporting large-scale Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects.

• Knowledge of ANSI/IEEE standards and the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain one, is preferred. Experience with FACTS technologies such as STATCOM, SVC, or Series Capacitors is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO, paid holidays

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future through pioneering technologies that help deliver reliable, efficient, and cleaner power to communities worldwide.

• Join a global, diverse, and collaborative organization where innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning drive career growth and professional development.

• Work on industry-leading technologies and high-impact projects that support the modernization and resilience of the power grid.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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 2026-08-21

Reference number R0139490

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. We welcome you to apply today.

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