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Hitachi

Protection & Control Engineer

Hitachi

. Develop and design protection and control systems for electrical power projects and customers .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and designing protection and control systems for electrical power projects, ensuring compliance with national standards and customer requirements. Proficient in relay testing, SCADA integration, and utilizing engineering tools for system validation.

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Protection And Control EngineeringRelay TestingSCADA SystemsDOBLE And OMICRON Test EquipmentProfessional Engineering License

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Hard Skills
Protection And Control Systems DesignSchematic PreparationWiring DiagramsRelay SettingsTest PlansVendor Equipment SpecificationsTechnical Documentation ReviewSubstation AutomationHigh-Voltage Equipment KnowledgeCommunication Protocols
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
DOBLEOMICRONModbusDNP3GOOSE
Certifications & Qualifications
Professional Engineering License
Industry Keywords
Electrical Power ProjectsDesign CriteriaSafety PoliciesProject LifecycleCost EstimatesRisk AssessmentsInstallation SupportCommissioning SupportContinuous Improvement Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and design protection and control systems for electrical power projects and customers
  • Design and develop protection and control schemes for substations and power systems
  • Prepare design criteria, schematics, wiring diagrams, relay settings, test plans, and reports
  • Review and validate vendor equipment specifications and technical documentation
  • Ensure designs comply with national standards, customer requirements, best practices, and safety policies
  • Coordinate technical activities across design, testing, and commissioning throughout the project lifecycle
  • Support project managers with technical input for proposals, cost estimates, and risk assessments
  • Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, and budget
  • Resolve engineering and design issues with focus on safety, quality, and compliance
  • Perform relay testing, SCADA integration, and communication protocol verification using Modbus, DNP3, and GOOSE
  • Use DOBLE and OMICRON test equipment for system validation
  • Conduct customer meetings, provide installation and commissioning support, and recommend system improvements
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, engineering, project managers, customers, and cross-functional teams
  • Mentor junior engineers and participate in technical training and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Promote safety and integrity across all project phases

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in protection and control engineering for power systems
  • Knowledge of protective relays, SCADA systems, and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE)
  • Familiarity with substation automation and high-voltage equipment
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Experience with engineering tools and test equipment (DOBLE, OMICRON)
  • Professional Engineering license or certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal Employment Opportunity employer
  • Reasonable accommodation available for protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities
  • Accessibility assistance during the job application process
  • Use of AI-supported recruitment tools to assist with application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling