Senior Power Systems Technical Lead

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. leads complex engineering projects in the energy sector, delivering advanced network management and power control solutions from Houston. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance, and drive successful project execution from kickoff to handover.

The role demands strong communication, stakeholder management, and practical knowledge of power system control and monitoring, with a focus on cybersecurity and process standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience on integration projects involving power control and monitoring.
• Minimum 5 years of knowledge of electric power system control and monitoring.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholder requirements with diverse teams and customers.
• Understanding of project management best practices in a technical environment.
• ISO27001 Fundamentals and IEC 62443 Fundamentals certifications, or ability to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning and execution alongside Project Managers to deliver successful customer solutions.
• Coordinate project teams, onboarding activities, and project requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with customers, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates and issue management.
• Lead key delivery milestones, including FAT, SAT, site installation, verification, and handover activities.
• Ensure cybersecurity and project delivery activities align with established processes and standards.
• Mentor and support fellow Technical Leads while contributing to knowledge sharing and capability development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for products, processes, and project delivery practices.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Power system control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

ISO27001 Fundamentals

IEC 62443 Fundamentals

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. leads complex engineering projects in the energy sector, delivering advanced network management and power control solutions from Houston. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance, and drive successful project execution from kickoff to handover.

The role demands strong communication, stakeholder management, and practical knowledge of power system control and monitoring, with a focus on cybersecurity and process standards.