Substation Automation Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Automation Commissioning Engineer in Raleigh, NC to lead testing, integration, and commissioning of substation automation systems. You will validate IEC 61850 communications, configure MicroSCADA, and ensure cybersecurity compliance on-site with project teams and customers.

The role requires 3–7 years of commissioning experience, strong SCADA knowledge, and willingness to travel for on-site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in commissioning substation automation systems.
• Hands-on experience with Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA and IEC 61850 configuration.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA systems, communication protocols, and networking.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for automation systems.
• Willingness to travel extensively for on-site commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Perform FAT and SAT for substation automation systems.
• Configure and test SCADA systems, HMI interfaces, and RTU logic.
• Validate IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3, and GOOSE communications for interoperability.
• Troubleshoot issues during commissioning and start-up phases.
• Prepare and execute detailed commissioning plans and procedures.
• Conduct point-to-point testing, alarm verification, and command validation.
• Verify system behavior under redundancy (PRP/HSR).
• Integrate automation with protection and control schemes.
• Configure MicroSCADA applications and cybersecurity requirements.
• Support IEC 61850 SCL file integration (ICD/CID/SCD) and dataset configuration.
• Prepare commissioning reports and maintain change logs.
• Collaborate with project teams and customers; provide training as needed.
• Adhere to HSE policies and participate in safety practices.

Skills

SCADA systems

IEC 61850 configuration

Networking fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Cybersecurity for automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation

Tools

Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA

IEC 61850 analyzers

OMICRON CMC

Doble testing equipment

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Automation Commissioning Engineer in Raleigh, NC to lead testing, integration, and commissioning of substation automation systems. You will validate IEC 61850 communications, configure MicroSCADA, and ensure cybersecurity compliance on-site with project teams and customers.

The role requires 3–7 years of commissioning experience, strong SCADA knowledge, and willingness to travel for on-site work.