Hitachi
Research Scientist – Power Systems
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States · Full-time · Posted Nov 26, 2025
- Education
- Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Systems.
- Visa sponsorship
- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
About the job
Leads and contributes to R&D developing power-system control, simulation, and optimization solutions for transmission and distribution networks.
What you'll do
- Propose, contribute to, and lead power-systems R&D projects, including developing novel concepts.
- Collaborate with global teams and external partners to address customer challenges.
- Share results through scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports.
What they ask for
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
- Deep understanding of power-system dynamics and associated control mechanisms.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Fluency in common programming languages such as Python or C++.
Nice to have
- Experience in at least one listed area, such as SCADA/EMS, simulation or HIL, power-system simulation platforms, control-room operations, optimization, utility protocols, energy markets, or microgrids.
Tools
Python, C++, SCADA, EMS, PSS/E, Power Factory, PSCAD/Opal-RT, MATLAB
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