Mechanical Design Engineer
- Location
- South Boston, VA
- Listed
- Today
About the role
- Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America
- Job ID: R0138062
- Date Posted: 2026-11-10
- Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
- Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
- Job Schedule: Full time
- Remote: No
The Opportunity
Are you ready to shape innovative engineering solutions that make a real-world impact? As a Design Engineering Specialist, you'll play a key role in transforming customer requirements into high-quality, practical designs that support complex engineering projects from concept through execution. Working alongside cross-functional teams across manufacturing, procurement, quality, and project management, you'll help deliver solutions that meet customer expectations, project goals, and industry standards.
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineering professional who enjoys solving technical challenges, collaborating across functions, and driving continuous improvement. You'll influence product development, support strategic customer engagements, contribute to risk management initiatives, and identify opportunities to improve performance, quality, and efficiency. At Hitachi Energy, you'll be empowered to bring fresh ideas, expand your technical expertise, and help build sustainable energy solutions for the future.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Develop innovative engineering designs and technical solutions based on customer and project requirements.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, quality, and project teams to ensure design feasibility and successful execution.
- Validate designs and ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, industry standards, and customer specifications.
- Support project planning activities to help deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Identify project risks and opportunities and contribute to effective mitigation and improvement plans.
- Build strong customer relationships and gather feedback to enhance products, processes, and project outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, quality, and cost competitiveness.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including calculations, reports, specifications, and design records.
Your Background
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 2-5 years of experience in design engineering with demonstrated success delivering engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of engineering design principles, validation methods, and technical problem-solving.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional and multicultural teams.
- Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and staying current with emerging engineering technologies and methodologies.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
- Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO, paid holidays
- Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
- Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
Background Screening and Security Checks
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
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.
More About Us
- Join a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and meaningful work.
- Grow your career through world-class training, mentorship, leadership development programs, and international career opportunities.
- Be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, encourages new ideas, and empowers individuals to make a difference.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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