Protection & Control Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer to design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for substations and power systems, delivering high-quality engineering deliverables and ensuring compliance with standards.

You will prepare design criteria, schematics, wiring diagrams, relay settings, review vendor specs, coordinate design activities through the project lifecycle, perform relay testing and SCADA integration, and mentor junior engineers while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of protection and control engineering experience.
• Knowledge of protective relays, SCADA, and comms protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).
• Familiarity with substation automation and high-voltage equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with engineering tools and test equipment DOBLE/OMICRON.
• Professional PE license or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop protection and control schemes for substations and power systems.
• Prepare design criteria, schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay settings.
• Review vendor equipment specifications and technical documentation.
• Coordinate technical activities through the project lifecycle (design, tests, commissioning).
• Perform relay testing and SCADA integration with protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).
• Mentor junior engineers and support safety, quality, and compliance.

Skills

Protection & Control

SCADA systems

Relays

Modbus

DNP3

GOOSE

Substation automation

High voltage

Analytical skills

Communication skills

DOBLE

OMICRON

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

DOBLE

OMICRON

Job description

Job Description

Basic Function:

The Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of protection and control systems for electrical power projects. This role ensures high-quality engineering deliverables, compliance with standards, and timely execution of projects. The P&C Engineer collaborates with project managers, customers, and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and reliable solutions.

Key responsibilities for engineering include, but are not limited to, the following:

The Protection & Control Engineer is responsible for developing and design as related to protection & control, for all types of Customers.

Design & Engineering

• Design and Develop protection and control schemes for substations and power systems.
• Prepare engineering documentation including design criteria, schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay settings.
• Review and validate vendor equipment specifications and technical documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with national standards, customer requirements, and best practices.

Project Execution

• Coordinate technical activities throughout the project lifecycle, including design, testing, and commissioning.
• Support project managers with technical input for proposals, cost estimates, and risk assessments.
• Monitor project progress to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Resolve engineering and design issues with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.

Testing & Commissioning

• Perform relay testing, SCADA integration, and communication protocol verification (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).
• Utilize advanced test equipment (DOBLE, OMICRON) for system validation.
• Prepare detailed test plans and reports for customer approval.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Conduct meetings with customers to discuss design modifications and system optimization.
• Provide technical support during installation and commissioning phases.
• Build strong relationships with clients and offer recommendations for improved system performance.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with sales, marketing, and engineering teams to provide technical expertise.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices within the team.
• Participate in technical training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all engineering activities adhere to company health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Promote a culture of safety and integrity across all project phases.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in protection and control engineering for power systems.
• Knowledge of protective relays, SCADA systems, and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE).
• Familiarity with substation automation and high-voltage equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with engineering tools and test equipment (DOBLE, OMICRON).
• Professional Engineering license or certification preferred.

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