Protection & Control Engineer: Grid Modernization

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)

401(k) Program with generous company match

Enhanced leave programs

Job summary

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer in Raleigh, North Carolina. In this role, you will design and implement advanced protection and control systems for power grids, modernize substations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, along with 3+ years of relevant experience and skills in SCADA systems and protective relays. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop protection and control schemes for substations and power systems.
• Prepare engineering documentation including schematics and relay settings.
• Perform relay testing, SCADA integration, and communication protocol verification.

Skills

Protection and control engineering

SCADA systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

DOBLE

OMICRON

Job description

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer in Raleigh, North Carolina. In this role, you will design and implement advanced protection and control systems for power grids, modernize substations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, along with 3+ years of relevant experience and skills in SCADA systems and protective relays. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive employee benefits.