Hitachi America

FACTS Control Application Engineer

Hitachi America$110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in Power Systems, Power Electronics, Control Theory, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of controls engineering experience, particularly in power systems.
  • 2+ years of programming experience across multiple environments and languages.
  • Experience designing and testing PI, PID, or similar control algorithms.
  • Strong knowledge of power systems, control theory, and power electronics applications.
  • Familiarity with MATLAB and real-time simulators; experience with FACTS or HVDC preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain control algorithms for FACTS applications.
  • Program and configure the MACH control system to meet project specifications.
  • Conduct control logic development, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Perform Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing using real-time simulators.
  • Create models and simulations for power electronics and power systems.
  • Support factory acceptance testing and commissioning activities.
  • Prepare technical documentation and customer submittals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO and paid holidays
  • Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
  • Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
Full Job Description
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID:
R0140336

Date Posted:
2026-08-21

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

FACTS Controls Engineer

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain control algorithms for FACTS applications.
  • Program and configure the MACH control system to meet customer and project requirements.
  • Perform control logic development, debugging, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing using real-time simulators.
  • Create models and simulations for power electronics and power system applications.
  • Support factory acceptance testing, commissioning activities, and site startup efforts.
  • Prepare technical documentation, customer submittals, test procedures, and test records.
  • Collaborate with project teams, customers, and global engineering groups to deliver successful project outcomes.


Your Background
  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in Power Systems, Power Electronics, Control Theory, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of controls engineering experience, preferably within power systems applications.
  • 2+ years of programming experience with the ability to work across multiple programming environments and languages.
  • Experience designing and testing PI, PID, or similar control algorithms.
  • Strong knowledge of power systems, control theory, and power electronics applications.
  • Experience with MATLAB, real-time simulators, or similar modeling and simulation tools. FACTS, HVDC, or utility power systems experience is highly preferred.


What We Offer
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
  • Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO and paid holidays
  • Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
  • Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits


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.
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