
Automation Engineer
Hitachi
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Raleigh • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
Cyber Security
About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s 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.
Benefits
- 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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Hard skills
MicroSCADAIEC 61850ModbusDNP3HMI designRTU logicsystem troubleshootingsystem optimizationsubstation automationindustrial control systems
Soft skills
problem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationcustomer engagementcontinuous improvement