Primary Lead Engineer US (Substation Design)

The Opportunity

Step into a role where innovation meets impact. At Hitachi Energy, we’re shaping the future of power delivery—and we’re looking for a

Primary Lead Engineer US (Substation Design)

at

Mount Pleasant, PA

to help lead the charge. This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds: in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. You’ll be part of a global team that designs cutting-edge high-voltage substations, delivering sustainable energy solutions to communities around the world.

If you're passionate about engineering excellence, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make a real difference, this is your opportunity to grow with a company that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

How You’ll Make An Impact

- Lead technical GIS substation projects from concept to installation

- Translate customer requirements into innovative engineering solutions

- Create substation layouts and technical documentation

- Conduct and lead technical meetings with customers and internal teams

- Coordinate material orders, fabrication, and installation plans

- Drive design optimization and cost-saving initiatives

- Collaborate with global engineering teams in Switzerland and India

- Ensure compliance with ISO, environmental, and safety standards

Your Background

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

- 3+ years of experience in substation or high-voltage equipment design

- Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (Creo and AutoCAD preferred)

- Strong project management and communication skills

- Experience with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation

- Ability to travel occasionally for customer and site meetings

More About Us

- At Hitachi Energy, you’ll join a purpose-driven team committed to powering a sustainable future.

- We offer global career development, continuous learning, and a culture that celebrates innovation and inclusion.

- Be part of a company where your ideas matter—and your work powers the world.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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