Automation Engineer
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Job Location:
Raleigh, WV - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location:
Raleigh North Carolina United StatesJob ID:
R0110955Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Opportunity
Join Hitachi Energy a global leader driving the future of sustainable power systems. Were shaping the grid of tomorrowsmarter greener and more resilient. As an Automation Engineer youll be at the forefront of innovation designing and deploying advanced substation automation solutions that keep critical infrastructure running seamlessly. This is your chance to work on projects that power entire communities leveraging cutting-edge technologies like IEC 61850 and MicroSCADA to deliver reliable secure and efficient energy systems.
If you thrive in dynamic environments love solving complex challenges and want to make a tangible impact on the energy transition this role is for you. Youll collaborate with industry experts engage with global stakeholders and contribute to projects that define the future of electrification. At Hitachi Energy we dont just offer jobswe offer careers that empower you to grow innovate and lead in a sector that matters.
How Youll Make an Impact
- 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 and control.
- 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.
Your Background
- Bachelors 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.
More About Us
We 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 dental vision etc.)
- Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution Life/AD&D Insurance disability insurance
- Family Care: Legal pet auto home identity theft support special needs assistance and adoption support
- Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA Military Service Leave Maternal Paternal adoption vacation and holiday)
- Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups tuition reimbursement on-demand learning platforms
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Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
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