Hitachi Energy · 1 day ago
Protection & Control Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHitachi Energy is driving the future of power systems through innovation and sustainability. As a Protection & Control Engineer, you will design and implement advanced protection and control systems that ensure the safety and reliability of the grid while collaborating with various teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
EnergyManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and develop protection and control schemes for substations and power systems
Prepare engineering documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay settings
Review and validate vendor equipment specifications and technical documentation
Coordinate technical activities throughout the project lifecycle
Perform relay testing, SCADA integration, and communication protocol verification
Support project managers with technical input for proposals and risk assessments
Collaborate with customers to optimize system performance and resolve design issues
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
3+ 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
Experience with engineering tools and test equipment (DOBLE, OMICRON)
Strong analytical, 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: 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
Company
Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a renewable energy company that provides energy consulting services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$300M2025-03-19Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2020-03-30IPO
Leadership Team
Ron Hunt
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