Hitachi Vantara Corporation

Control Lead Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation$90K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required; advanced degrees preferred (M.Sc. or Ph.D.)
  • 4+ years of experience in control systems engineering
  • Strong understanding of FACTS applications and control theory
  • Proficiency in MATLAB and development of PI/PID control algorithms
  • Familiarity with real-time simulation tools; knowledge of DSP and VHDL is beneficial
  • Must have work authorization for the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement control systems for FACTS and grid integration projects
  • Develop and test control algorithms for power converters
  • Simulate system behavior using MATLAB and real-time tools
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals
  • Lead design reviews and ensure technical alignment
  • Support commissioning activities at customer sites
  • Analyze system performance and optimize control strategies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision
  • Employer-sponsored financial wellbeing programs, including 401(k) with company match
  • Family care assistance, including legal and adoption support
  • Enhanced leave programs for various life events
  • Employee engagement and development programs, including tuition reimbursement and learning platforms
Full Job Description
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID:
R0109345

Date Posted:
2025-10-27

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Design and implement control systems for FACTS and grid integration projects
  • Develop and test control algorithms for power converters
  • Simulate system behavior using MATLAB and real-time tools
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals
  • Lead design reviews and ensure technical alignment
  • Support commissioning activities at customer sites
  • Analyze system performance and optimize control strategies
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders throughout project lifecycle
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines


Your Background
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (default if not specified)
  • M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Power Systems, Power Electronics, or Control Theory
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in control systems engineering
  • Strong understanding of FACTS applications and control theory
  • Experience with MATLAB, PI/PID algorithms, and real-time simulation
  • Knowledge of DSP, VHDL, and signal processing is a plus
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States


More About Us

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 Power Quality Solutions (PQS), pioneering FACTS technology for over 50 years. Our MACH™ system is a high-performance control platform built with state-of-the-art electronics and software, enabling smarter, more secure power transmission. Join us and be part of a legacy of innovation.

About Hitachi Vantara Corporation

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