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Mechanical Engineer

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States

Job ID: R0116775

Date Posted: Jul 15, 2026

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Type (Experience Level): Experienced

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

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Job Description:

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the future of sustainable power. As a Transformer Design Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and delivering innovative transformer solutions that power industries and communities around the world.

This role offers the opportunity to work on medium‑ to high‑complexity engineering assignments, applying deep technical expertise while collaborating across disciplines and directly with customers. You will contribute to designs that prioritize safety, quality, and performance, while continuously improving standards, processes, and technologies.

From concept through manufacturing and installation, your work will influence product reliability, customer satisfaction, and long‑term business success. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working closely with customers, and seeing your ideas turn into real‑world solutions, this role provides meaningful impact and strong professional growth. At Hitachi Energy, your expertise matters, your contributions are recognized, and your development is actively supported.

How you'll make an impact

• Create and analyze customized transformer designs with a strong focus on safety and hazard control.
• Contribute to design reviews, verification activities, and established QA/QC processes.
• Optimize designs to meet evolving standards, technologies, and functional requirements.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing or construction plans.
• Use advanced models, simulations, and analytical tools to solve complex technical challenges.
• Prepare and support technical documentation, proposals, and approval processes.
• Collaborate with customers to shape design solutions and drive continuous improvement.
• Work across engineering disciplines to deliver integrated, high‑quality outcomes.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 3+ years of transformer design experience, or
• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of transformer design experience, or
• Associate degree with 8+ years of transformer design experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of transformer design and related engineering disciplines.
• Experience using advanced engineering tools, models, or simulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with customers and cross‑functional teams.

More about us

• Be part of Hitachi Energy's mission to advance a sustainable and flexible energy future.
• Grow through continuous learning, global collaboration, and clear development pathways.
• Thrive in an inclusive culture where innovation, safety, and well‑being come first.

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.

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