What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist - Power Systems position at Hitachi Energy?
Research Scientist - Power Systems
The Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, we're not just imagining the future of power systems-we're building it. As a Research Scientist in Power Systems, you'll be part of a global team pushing the boundaries of what's possible in grid control, simulation, and optimization. Based in our Raleigh, North Carolina research center, this role offers the chance to lead transformative R&D projects that directly impact how energy is delivered, managed, and sustained.
You'll work alongside experts in automation, market operations, and digital technologies to develop next-generation solutions for transmission and distribution networks. Whether you're modeling dynamic system behavior, exploring microgrid control strategies, or collaborating with external partners on emerging technologies, your work will help shape the future of energy infrastructure.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals with deep technical expertise and a passion for innovation. If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to contribute to a more sustainable energy future, we invite you to join us in powering good for generations to come.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Propose, contribute to and lead R&D projects in power systems and related fields.
- Collaborate with a global team to identify and solve real-world challenges for our customers.
- Propose and work on novel ideas and concepts for the next generation of power systems.
- Network in the company and actively distribute your knowledge and expertise.
- Collaborate with external partners including universities, startups, and vendors.
- Disseminate your results in scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
- Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Systems.
- Deep understanding of power system dynamics and associated control mechanisms.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Fluency in common programming languages like Python or C
- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
(Experience preferred at least one of the following):
- Experience with monitoring and control technologies like SCADA, EMS, or substation automation.
- Experience implementing and evaluating early-stage control concepts (e.g., simulation, HIL)
- Proficiency in power system simulation platform like PSS/E, Power Factory, PSCAD/Opal-RT, MATLAB
- Knowledge of transmission or distribution control room operations
- Techno-economic analysis and optimization
- Knowledge of microservice architecture and utility communication protocols
- Knowledge of Energy Market operations
- Experience with microgrids and active distribution systems
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, on-demand learning platforms.
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome you to apply and want you to know that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veterans' status or any other legally protected characteristic.