Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0105342Date Posted:2025-09-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAt Hitachi Energy, we’re not just building power systems—we’re shaping the future of energy. As a Plant Lead Engineer in our HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) division, you’ll be at the forefront of grid integration, helping to deliver cutting-edge solutions that connect renewable energy sources to the world’s power grids. HVDC technology is essential for transmitting electricity across vast distances and enabling the transition to a more sustainable energy landscape.If you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and want to make a tangible impact on the energy transition, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose. Join a team that values transparency, creativity, and technical excellence, and help us build a greener, more resilient future.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead the technical vision and execution for HVDC plant and civil design projects.</li><li>Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of systems.</li><li>Interpret customer specifications and drive strategic design decisions.</li><li>Oversee layout planning, auxiliary power systems, and civil infrastructure.</li><li>Represent the Plants team in internal and external stakeholder meetings.</li><li>Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Ensure quality and process adherence across all engineering deliverables.</li><li>Mentor and support team members to foster growth and innovation.</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering.</li><li>At least 5 years of experience in energy, HVDC, substations, or offshore wind projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of electromechanical and civil design for large-scale systems.</li><li>Experience with site work, installation, or commissioning is a plus.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.</li><li>Proven ability to lead, make decisions, and manage technical scope.</li><li>Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.</li></ul>More About UsWe pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):<ul><li>Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)</li><li>Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension – 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&amp;D Insurance, disability insurance</li><li>Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance</li><li>Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)</li><li>Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Plant Lead Engineer HVDC

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0105342Date Posted:2025-09-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAt Hitachi Energy, we’re not just building power systems—we’re shaping the future of energy. As a&nbsp;Plant Lead Engineer&nbsp;in our HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) division, you’ll be at the forefront of grid integration, helping to deliver cutting-edge solutions that connect renewable energy sources to the world’s power grids. HVDC technology is essential for transmitting electricity across vast distances and enabling the transition to a more sustainable energy landscape.If you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and want to make a tangible impact on the energy transition, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose. Join a team that values transparency, creativity, and technical excellence, and help us build a greener, more resilient future.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead the technical vision and execution for HVDC plant and civil design projects.</li><li>Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of systems.</li><li>Interpret customer specifications and drive strategic design decisions.</li><li>Oversee layout planning, auxiliary power systems, and civil infrastructure.</li><li>Represent the Plants team in internal and external stakeholder meetings.</li><li>Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Ensure quality and process adherence across all engineering deliverables.</li><li>Mentor and support team members to foster growth and innovation.</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering.</li><li>At least 5 years of experience in energy, HVDC, substations, or offshore wind projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of electromechanical and civil design for large-scale systems.</li><li>Experience with site work, installation, or commissioning is a plus.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.</li><li>Proven ability to lead, make decisions, and manage technical scope.</li><li>Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.</li></ul>More About UsWe pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):<ul><li>Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)</li><li>Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension – 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&amp;D Insurance, disability insurance</li><li>Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance</li><li>Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)</li><li>Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. &nbsp;Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

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