FACTS Control Application Engineer

Are you passionate about advancing the future of power systems and grid reliability Hitachi Energy is looking for a FACTS Controls Engineer to join our growing Power Quality Solutions (PQS) team in Cary North Carolina. As a global leader in Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) Hitachi Energy delivers innovative technologies that improve the security flexibility and capacity of electrical transmission networks across the world.

In this role you will help develop and implement advanced control solutions that serve as the brain behind FACTS installations. Working with Hitachi Energys industry-leading MACH control system you will design program test verify and commission sophisticated control applications that support utility customers and the evolving energy landscape. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams project managers customers and global colleagues to solve complex technical challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronics and control technologies contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects and influence the future of grid modernization. The role follows a hybrid work model with an expectation of approximately three to four days per week onsite in Cary NC while maintaining flexibility to support business needs. You will also gain exposure to international collaboration through partnerships with teams across North America Sweden and India.

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

• 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.

• Masters 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.

• 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

• At Hitachi Energy you will be part of a global team driving the transition toward a more sustainable secure and resilient energy future.

• We foster a collaborative and innovative culture where continuous learning career development and knowledge sharing are highly valued.

• Work alongside industry experts on technologies that help utilities and industries modernize critical power infrastructure around the world.

For certain roles particularly those involving access to sensitive information financial responsibilities client data regulated environments or security-sensitive functions additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include but are not limited to enhanced criminal history checks credit history reviews (where legally permissible) sanctions screening or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal state and local laws. Candidates will be notified and where required asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.