Electrical Engineering Manager

Overview

Are you ready to shape the future of power transmission? At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just building systems—we’re transforming the grid. As a global leader in Power Quality Solutions, we pioneered Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and continue to push boundaries in grid integration. This is your chance to lead a team of electrical engineers in delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance grid stability, flexibility, and capacity.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of innovation, working on high-voltage transmission projects that span continents. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage complex engineering deliverables, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, global environment. From reviewing plant designs to coordinating with vendors and internal departments, your expertise will directly impact the reliability and efficiency of power systems worldwide.

• Lead a team of electrical engineers delivering high-quality FACTS solutions
• Manage infrastructure for testing facilities for control and protection systems
• Review manufacturing documents and plant design drawings
• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless project execution
• Support procurement activities for control and protection equipment
• Evaluate and coordinate vendor deliverables and sub-supplier selection
• Drive process improvements and contribute to strategic initiatives
• Support global programs like Scale-to-Potential and Regional Center of Competence
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

• Proven experience in leadership roles (line/project management)
• Background in the FACTS industry and high-voltage transmission systems
• Familiarity with EPC project environments
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and ANSI/IEEE standards
• Experience in control and protection cubicle design preferred
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

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

Hitachi Energy is a world leader in the area of Power Quality Solutions (PQS). We introduced FACTS technology to the power industry and have delivered solutions for over 50 years. Our portfolio enhances the security, capacity, and flexibility of power transmission systems, enabling grid owners to increase capacity while maintaining stability.

Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Job type Full time

Experience Management

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date

Reference number R0105280

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you…