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Job Description
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Job ID:
R0135425
Date Posted:
2026-06-30
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Legal, Compliance & Audit Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No Job Description:
The Opportunity In this role, you will join Hitachi Energy's Grid Automation team and begin building your career in the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) field within the power grid industry, supporting operations across North America (NAM). This is an exciting opportunity for early career professionals or recent graduates who are passionate about developing a long-term career in HSE and want hands-on experience in both office and field environments. You will work alongside experienced HSE professionals and operational teams, gaining extensive practical training while supporting safety programs, participating in risk assessments, assisting with data collection and reporting, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Your work will help foster a strong safety culture and support compliance with company and regulatory requirements, directly contributing to the safety, reliability, and environmental responsibility of critical grid infrastructure. In this role, you will build foundational skills and real-world experience that can open the door to future growth opportunities within a growing organization committed to safety, sustainability, and ongoing development. How You'll Make an Impact Support the implementation of HSE policies, standards, and Life Saving Rules across operations Assist with HSE data collection, documentation, and reporting activities Participate in risk assessments, safety observation tours, and learning walks Support incident and near-miss investigations in office and field environments Assist with coordination of HSE training sessions and safety inductions Collaborate with cross-functional partners to promote safe behaviors and practices Support environmental initiatives and continuous improvement efforts Contribute ideas to strengthen safety culture and HSE processes Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines Your Background Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States. Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety preferred 0-2 years of relevant experience (including internships or early-career roles) Foundational understanding of workplace safety and environmental principles Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work across diverse stakeholders Proactive, collaborative mindset; electrical background or exposure is a plus Ability to accommodate up to 50% travel, including overnight and multi-week project site assignments as business needs require. More About Us You will gain hands-on experience supporting safety and environmental performance in power grid operations while building a strong foundation for growth within HSE and sustainability. Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
Financial Wellbeing:
(Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance)
Family Care:
Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
Work-Life:
Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)
Hybrid Work Environment:
This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of in-office and remote collaboration based on business needs.
Permissive Time Off:
No accrued hours, take the time you need
Employee Engagement and Development:
Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.
