Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Job ID:

R0108788

Date Posted:

2026-01-18

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Summer Power System Engineer Intern – Grid Automation

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. 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.

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