Project Lead Engineer

DescriptionThe opportunityStep into a role where innovation meets impact. At Hitachi Energy, we’re shaping the future of sustainable power with cutting-edge technologies that drive the global energy transition. As a Project Lead Engineer, you’ll join our Grid & Power Quality Solutions team, working on transformative projects that enhance power system stability and efficiency. From high-voltage direct current systems to advanced FACTS technologies, your work will help deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to communities across North America. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and want to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, this is your moment to shine.This is a hybrid role based in Raleigh, NC, requiring on-site presence of two to five days per week.How you'll make an impactLead all engineering activities across the full project lifecycleCoordinate multidisciplinary teams and external partnersServe as the primary technical contact for stakeholdersDrive innovation and cost-effective solutions in proposalsEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and contract standardsSupport commissioning and construction phasesEvaluate risks and implement mitigation strategiesPromote continuous improvement and process optimizationYour backgroundBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field7+ years of relevant project engineering experienceStrong knowledge of NEC, ANSI/IEEE, and high-voltage substationsFamiliarity with FACTS technologies (STATCOM, SVC, Series Capacitor)Experience in EPC project environmentsAbility to travel up to 20% domestically and internationallyCandidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United StatesMore 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):Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and visionFinancial Wellbeing: 401(k) with generous match, Life/AD&D, disability insuranceFamily Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, special needs support, adoption assistanceWork-Life: Enhanced leave programs including FMLA, military, parental, adoption, vacation, and holidaysEmployee Engagement and Development: ERGs, tuition reimbursement#LI-RB1#LI-HybridEqual Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesProtected 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 general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.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.