Hitachi
Principal power systems architect
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid · Principal · Full-time · Posted Oct 1, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 15 years of relevant industry experience in power systems engineering and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Education
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems, grid dynamics, power electronics, or high-voltage systems.
About the job
Leads end-to-end electrical architecture and engineering for hyperscale AI data centers, from utility grid connections to rack-level power delivery.
What you'll do
- Lead campus electrical architecture and multidisciplinary power studies; review and approve technical designs and deliverables.
- Develop utility interconnection strategies and define system specifications for transformers, power electronics, BESS, reactive compensation, and UPS solutions.
- Serve as technical interface with utilities, EPCs, grid operators, and suppliers; mitigate project risks and mentor engineering teams.
What they ask for
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering focused on power systems, grid dynamics, power electronics, or high-voltage systems.
- Proven experience with utility interconnection, grid compliance, and large-load integration in North America.
- Strong knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NERC standards.
- Experience with industry-leading simulation tools such as PSS®E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, or similar platforms; ability to work across related engineering disciplines.
Tools
ANSI, IEEE, UL, NERC, PSS®E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, BESS
AI focus
Designs power systems for hyperscale AI data centers, supporting the infrastructure demands of artificial intelligence.
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