2025 Summer Power System Engineer Intern - Grid Automation - Military Veterans
at Hitachi Energy
About Us: Hitachi Energy is committed to creating a sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system. We need talented people from different backgrounds, genders, and cultures to achieve our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all. Our goal is to attract diverse talent by providing a full-time,12-week learning opportunity during the summer for students at all levels (bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D.) across the United States.
Internship Overview: Internships are first and foremost a learning experience for a student. We treat interns like fellow team members and assign work that is not only impactful to the organization, but to their own professional development. We encourage our interns to challenge the status quo with their unique points of view and highlight how they can create real impacts in helping us solve the challenges of today and the demands of tomorrow. Since our company is global, interns will also have a chance to work in our global teams on projects that impact our customers around the world.
Internship Details:
Internships are:
- Duration: 12-week learning journey
- Position: Full-time, paid summer internship
- Program: Comprehensive projects that allow you to make a real impact
- Experience: Hands-on work and the chance to build a diverse network
Who We're Looking For: We are looking for candidates currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems for our upcoming summer internships starting in May of 2025. If you are interested in the opportunity to develop yourself, work with a fantastic team, and complete meaningful work, please apply for an internship at Hitachi Energy.
Responsibilities:
- Power System Analysis:
- Use Hitachi Energy Network Manager Energy Management System (EMS) to perform Power System analysis such as running State Estimator analysis, Load Flow Analysis, and Contingency Analysis.
- Technical Support:
- Provide technical knowledge, experience, and support in EMS (Energy Management Systems) to the Hitachi Energy Professional Services Organization (PSO).
- Software deployment and configuration:
- Prepare, setup, and configure Hitachi Energy Network Manager EMS from scratch.
- Gather data required by Hitachi Energy Network Manager EMS.
- Configure and deploy Hitachi Energy EMS applications (e.g., power flow, state estimator, contingency analysis) based on customer-specific requirements and use cases.
- Software Development:
- Develop tailored software modifications, such as customizations and enhancements, to Hitachi Energy Network Manager EMS baseline solution to meet specific customer requirements.
- Issue Resolution:
- Test, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues related to the Network Manager EMS platforms.
- Project delivery and Customer Relationship Management:
- Work on customer-oriented projects to deliver Hitachi Energy Network Manager EMS and ensure successful system operation in live production environments.
- Implement Hitachi Energy Network Manager EMS and participate in project delivery.
- Work with customers, manage and maintain customer relationships.
- Assist in the preparation of sales presentations and proposals.
Your Background:
- Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, specifically focusing on Power Systems. Master's or Ph.D. degree preferred.
- Strong understanding of power system basics, such as State Estimator, Power Flow Studies, and Contingency Analysis.
- Basic software programming knowledge and a willingness to learn more about software programming.
- A can-do attitude and a willingness to find solutions to every challenge.
- Ability to work across cultures.
- Effective team player.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
- Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
Benefits of a Sales & Marketing Internship:
- Hands-on experience in sales and marketing.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
- Opportunity to work on real-world projects and campaigns.
- Networking opportunities within the industry.
Houston, TX
Advancing a sustainable energy future for all
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Our North American headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina employs more than 4,600 in both manufacturing and office locations throughout the region.
At Hitachi Energy, our greatest asset is diversity among our employees. We are proud to be partnering with RecruitMilitary to better serve and support the veterans in our communities and within our organization. We foster diversity through our Military and Allies employee resource group, strategic partnerships, and ongoing education. Our team made up of talented individuals from various genders, cultures, and backgrounds, plays a significant role in our mission of advancing a sustainable energy future for all.