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Senior Primary Substation Engineer

3 days ago Raleigh, NC

Are you ready to shape the future of energy? At Hitachi Energy, we're not just building infrastructure-we're engineering smarter, more resilient power systems that fuel progress across North America. As a Senior Primary Substation Engineer in our Grid & Power Quality Solutions (GPQS) team, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working with Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) to optimize grid performance and stability.

This is your chance to join a global leader in grid integration, where your expertise will directly impact the reliability and sustainability of the power grid. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, leverage cutting-edge tools like Revit and BIM, and engage with customers and suppliers to deliver high-impact solutions. Whether it's designing HV substations, performing electro-mechanical calculations, or coordinating complex projects, your work will help ensure that clean, efficient energy reaches communities across the continent.

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How You'll Make an Impact

  • Lead mechanical design for high-voltage transmission substation projects
  • Develop station layouts, grounding plans, and lightning protection systems
  • Perform mechanical calculations for structural steel, illumination, and magnetic fields
  • Create and manage 3D models using Revit and BIM tools
  • Coordinate with electrical, civil, and system engineering teams
  • Review vendor drawings and ensure alignment with project specs
  • Support testing, installation, and commissioning activities
  • Engage directly with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
Your Background
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 5-10 years of experience in mechanical/electrical engineering
  • Strong knowledge of NEC, ANSI/IEEE standards
  • Experience with FACTS or HV substations
  • Proficiency in Revit and Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Skilled in electro-mechanical calculations and plant design
  • 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: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms

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Client-provided location(s): Raleigh, NC
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-152020
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-28T23:35:57

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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