Automation Commissioning Junior Engineer

Hitachi • Raleigh, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Opportunity Are you ready to launch your career in the power industry and gain hands-on experience supporting the infrastructure that powers communities? As an Automation Commissioning Junior Engineer, you will support the testing, integration, and commissioning of substation automation systems used across modern power grids. Through structured training, mentorship, and real-world field experience, you will develop technical knowledge in substation automation, grid infrastructure, SCADA environments, communication protocols, and commissioning practices. Working alongside experienced engineers, project managers, and customers, you will help ensure automation systems are installed, configured, tested, and validated according to project requirements and safety standards. This role offers significant exposure to high-voltage energy systems, renewable integration, and advanced automation technologies while providing a pathway to build a long-term career in the evolving energy sector. If you are energized by learning in the field, collaborating with others, and contributing to reliable and modern power systems, this is an opportunity to develop valuable skills while supporting critical energy infrastructure.

Requirements

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships are considered.
• Basic understanding of electric power systems or electrical fundamentals.
• Interest in substation automation, grid systems, or field engineering.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 80%, for on-site commissioning activities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities.
• Assist with the testing and commissioning of substation automation systems.
• Perform signal checks and verification activities to support system validation.
• Support the integration and configuration of automation systems.
• Develop knowledge of communication protocols including IEC 61850, DNP3, and Modbus.
• Assist with project documentation and reporting activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and customers during commissioning and testing activities.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a culture of safety, integrity, and accountability.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

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)
• Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you need
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level