Senior Technical Lead Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Houston seeks a Technical Lead to guide high-impact network management integration projects for power systems worldwide. You will lead technical delivery, collaborate with customers, and ensure successful kickoff through handover while adhering to standards.

The role blends leadership, engineering excellence, and stakeholder engagement, offering growth across project management, system integration, cybersecurity, and power technology within a global, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 5+ years of integration project delivery.
• Experience with power system control and monitoring projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of project management best practices.
• Certifications in ISO27001 Fundamentals or IEC 62443 Fundamentals, or ability to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-impact projects delivering Hitachi Energy solutions.
• Coordinate project teams, stakeholders, and customers from kickoff to handover.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations and guidelines.
• Monitor progress, provide status updates, and manage issues.
• Mentor and support fellow Technical Leads and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain cybersecurity alignment with processes and standards.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

PM best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

ISO27001 Fundamentals

IEC 62443 Fundamentals

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to lead complex, high-impact projects that help power the future? As a Technical Lead at Hitachi Energy, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced Network Manager solutions that support power system control and monitoring for customers around the world.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This position combines technical expertise, leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project execution. You will guide talented project teams, collaborate closely with customers, and help ensure successful delivery from project kickoff through final handover. Working at the intersection of energy and technology, you will coordinate critical activities, drive technical excellence, and contribute to innovative solutions that support reliable and sustainable power systems.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, bringing people together, and delivering results in a dynamic environment. You will be empowered to take ownership, influence project outcomes, and continuously develop your expertise across project management, system integration, cybersecurity, and power system technologies. At Hitachi Energy, learning never stops, and you'll have the opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the future of energy.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you'll make an impact

• 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.

Your background

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

More about us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll help shape a more sustainable energy future through innovative technologies and impactful projects.
• We invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, technical training, and career growth pathways across a global organization.
• Join an inclusive, collaborative culture where teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional development are valued and encouraged.

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