Hitachi America

Experienced Civil Structural Engineer

Hitachi America$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of civil and/or structural engineering experience
  • Proficiency in engineering design software (e.g., RISA 3D, AutoCAD, Revit)
  • Strong knowledge of codes such as AISC and ACI
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Provide cost-effective, quality solutions while adhering to budget and contract
  • Ensure safety standards are followed and risks are mitigated
  • Perform engineering tasks in structural and foundation design for high-voltage applications
  • Resolve design issues and ensure compliance with codes
  • Develop design criteria and deliverables for various projects
  • Conduct technical reviews of design packages
  • Support construction and field engineering efforts

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care options (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) program with company match and pension support
  • Life and AD&D insurance, along with disability coverage
  • Family care benefits including legal and adoption assistance
  • Enhanced leave programs for various personal needs
  • Opportunities for employee engagement and professional development through ERGs and tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID:
R0115816

Date Posted:
2026-01-08

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of civil and structural engineering? Join Hitachi Energy as an Experienced Civil Structural Engineer and be at the forefront of innovative engineering solutions. In this role, you'll coordinate and execute engineering projects ranging from Air Insulated Switchgear (AIS) to Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and Flexible AC Transmission System (FACTS) projects. Your expertise will drive project safety, cost efficiency, quality, and reliability. This is your chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects and work with a team that values creativity, innovation, and excellence.

How you'll make an impact

  • Provide cost effective quality solutions and delivering within budget and contract.
  • Ensuring adherence to safety standards and mitigation of potential risks.
  • Perform engineering in areas such as structural design, building design, foundation design, and material specifications as it applies to High-voltage Substation and FACTS applications.
  • Resolve design issues and ensure compliance with national and local codes.
  • Develop design criteria and design document deliverables for projects.
  • Perform technical reviews of design packages and support construction and field engineering.


Your background

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil and/or structural engineering.
  • Proficiency in engineering design software and tools such as RISA 3D, RISA Foundation, L-Pile, ENERCALC, Hilti PROFIS, AutoCAD, Revit, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
  • Strong knowledge of applicable standards and codes such as AISC, ACI, ASCE-7, and IBC.
  • 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 (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision.
  • 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.


About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Founded
1959
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