Power Systems Consultant

The opportunity

Step into a role where your expertise powers the future. At Hitachi Energy, we're not just imagining a sustainable energy future-we're building it. As a Power Systems Consultant, you'll join a passionate team that's solving tomorrow's energy challenges today. This is a brand-new opportunity to shape the future of our Power Consulting group in North America. Based in Raleigh, NC, this hybrid role offers flexibility while requiring in-office presence three days per week. You'll work on high-impact projects that integrate renewable energy, modernize the grid, and drive innovation across the energy landscape. If you're ready to make a real difference and grow your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.

How you'll make an impact

• Collaborate with senior consultants to plan and execute energy consulting studies.

• Design and simulate power systems using advanced modeling tools.

• Deliver high-quality technical reports and compelling presentations.

• Engage directly with clients to provide expert technical guidance.

• Identify and implement practical solutions for business and process improvements.

• Serve as a trusted advisor on complex power system challenges.

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

Your background

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (Power/Energy Systems) with 3+ years of experience, or Master's with 1+ year, or PhD.

• Proficiency in power system simulation tools such as PSS/E, PSCAD, MATLAB, DSATools, ETAP, CYME, SKM, or ASPEN is preferred.

• Exposure to AI/ML applications in power systems is a plus.

• Experience in transmission planning, load flow, stability, or electromagnetic transients preferred.

• Familiarity with renewables, energy storage, or EV charging systems is advantageous.

• Strong communication and analytical 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 (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and vision

• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) with generous match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance

• Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft support, special needs support, and adoption assistance

• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs including FMLA, Military, Parental, Adoption, Vacation, and Holidays

• Employee Engagement and Development: ERGs (location-dependent), tuition reimbursement

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