Substation Automation Engineer: IEC 61850 & MicroSCADA

hitachi

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) plan

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Raleigh seeks an Automation Engineer to design and deploy advanced substation automation solutions, leveraging MicroSCADA and IEC 61850 to power critical infrastructure for communities.

You will translate requirements into robust control architectures and HMIs that deliver reliable, secure, and efficient energy systems. Collaborate with global teams on FAT/SAT, on-site commissioning, and real-time monitoring, while addressing cybersecurity considerations and industry

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in substation automation or industrial control systems.
Hands-on experience with MicroSCADA configuration and deployment.
Strong knowledge of IEC 61850 and related communication protocols.
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for automation systems.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

Responsibilities

Design and configure substation automation systems using MicroSCADA.
Develop communication architectures with IEC 61850, Modbus, and DNP3.
Create HMI screens and RTU logic for real-time monitoring.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely delivery and quality.
Support FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on-site and remotely.
Troubleshoot and optimize system performance for maximum reliability.
Engage with customers to refine designs and enhance system functionality.
Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new technologies.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.