Hitachi
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Sr. Design Engineering Specialist

Location
South Boston, VA
Listed
3 days ago

About the role

  • Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America
  • Job ID: R0118370
  • Date Posted: 2026-01-27
  • Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
  • Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
  • Job Schedule: Full time
  • Remote: No

The opportunity

Join a team shaping the future of reliable, efficient and sustainable energy. As a Senior Transformer Design Specialist at Hitachi Energy, you'll contribute to breakthrough technologies that power industries, communities, and infrastructure around the world. This role offers the chance to influence next-generation transformer solutions while working alongside talented engineers committed to quality, innovation, and safety.

You'll collaborate across functions to develop designs that meet complex customer needs, lead initiatives that enhance product performance, and support critical prototype and testing activities. If you thrive in an environment where ideas become impact, and where your technical expertise supports a stronger, smarter energy grid, this is the place to grow your career.

How you'll make an impact

  • Collaborate on custom transformer designs with a strong focus on safety and hazard mitigation.
  • Lead the design and development of three-phase and single-phase transformers.
  • Analyze designs, systems, and components requiring advanced technical expertise.
  • Support prototype builds, testing, and design updates based on results.
  • Drive continuous improvement in design processes, materials, and manufacturability.
  • Champion technology implementation and Design to Value (DTV) initiatives.
  • Provide technical mentorship and knowledge sharing within the engineering team.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline; advanced degree a plus.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in electrical design or product development, ideally in transformer engineering.
  • Experience with 3D CAD tools; PTC Creo proficiency is an advantage.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Clear, concise communication skills for diverse technical and non-technical audiences.

More about us

  • We're committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.
  • We invest in people-offering ongoing learning, leadership development, and global career opportunities.
  • You'll join a culture that values inclusion, safety, and the meaningful impact of every team member.
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.

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