Team Lead - Energy Consultant

Hitachi Energy; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Team Lead – Energy Consultant to guide a high‑performing Power Consulting team, delivering strategic insights for utilities and energy stakeholders. You will lead a diverse group on complex advisory projects, shaping grid modernization and sustainable energy integration.

Ideal candidates combine technical depth with leadership, commercial acumen, and strong client relationships, with global project exposure and a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of experience as a people leader including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field with focus on power/energy systems.
• 11+ years (Bachelor’s), 9+ years (Master’s), or 7+ years (PhD) in power system studies or research.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop consultants to foster continuous improvement.
• Identify and pursue new consulting opportunities through networks.
• Deliver high-impact advisory projects for utilities and energy stakeholders.
• Drive R&D initiatives with defined scope, budget, and outcomes.
• Support contract negotiation, proposals, and stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure delivery per contracts.
• Manage complex projects end-to-end including scope, timeline, and resources.
• Support the contract lifecycle and follow-up on new solutions.

Skills

People leadership

Client relationships

Strategic advisory

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (BSc/MSc/PhD)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

Python

Job description

Team Lead – Energy Consultant

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and play a pivotal role in accelerating the global energy transition. As a Team Lead – Energy Consultant, you will be part of a diverse, collaborative, and high‑performing Power Consulting team that delivers strategic insights to shape the future of the electricity sector.

In this role, you will lead and inspire a team of expert consultants while working on complex, high‑impact advisory projects for utilities, system operators, and energy stakeholders worldwide. You will combine technical depth with leadership and commercial acumen to help customers navigate system planning, grid modernization, and the integration of sustainable energy solutions.

You will thrive in an environment that values quality, safety, innovation, and strong customer relationships. With exposure to global projects, advanced analytical tools, and leading‑edge technologies, this role offers exceptional opportunities to deepen your expertise, grow your leadership capabilities, and expand your professional network.

At Hitachi Energy, we believe progress happens when people feel empowered, supported, and inspired. Bring your passion for energy systems and people leadership, and help us build a more sustainable, flexible, and resilient energy future—together.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead, coach, and develop consultants while fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Identify and pursue new consulting opportunities by building strong customer and internal networks
• Deliver high‑impact advisory projects for key players in the electricity sector
• Drive innovation by proposing and shaping R&D initiatives with clear scope, budget, and outcomes
• Support contract negotiation, proposal development, and advanced stakeholder engagement
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure delivery in line with contractual commitments
• Manage complex projects end‑to‑end, including scope, timeline, resources, and client satisfaction
• Support the contract lifecycle, including follow‑up on new solutions and services

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

Your Background

• Over 3 years of experience as a people leader, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and resource planning
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a focus on power or energy systems
• 11+ years (Bachelor’s), 9+ years (Master’s), or 7+ years (PhD) of experience in power system studies or research
• Experience providing advisory services, building customer relationships, and developing winning proposals
• Proven experience delivering high‑quality consulting projects; multi‑disciplinary project experience is an asset
• Strong expertise in power system tools (e.g., PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD) and development tools such as Python, with excellent communication skills

More About Us

• Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system
• We offer opportunities to work on international projects with cutting‑edge technologies and diverse teams
• We support continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development at every stage

Publication date : 2026-08-24