Mechanical Design Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Finland Oy in Vaasa, Finland, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to advance transformer designs and tackle complex engineering challenges. You will design internal transformer parts, participate in the order delivery process, and collaborate with colleagues worldwide to deliver reliable, high-quality transformers.

The role supports both early-career and experienced engineers, with training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering, manufacturing techniques, and materials.
• Experience with 3D CAD software and engineering design tools.
• Strong communication in Finnish and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of transformer internal parts and components.
• Create and maintain product structures.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, and quality teams for seamless project execution.
• Coordinate with external partners and subcontractors.
• Be a self-guided, organized team player with a positive learning attitude.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

3D CAD

Engineering design tools

Finnish language

English language

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering design tools

Job description

## Mechanical Design EngineerApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Vaasa, Ostrobothnia, Finlandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 22, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0122729**Location:**Vaasa, Ostrobothnia, Finland**Job ID:**R0122729**Date Posted:**2026-07-07**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY FINLAND OY**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity**We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join Hitachi Energy’s Transformers business in Vaasa, Finland. In this role, you will play a key role in advancing the energy transition. You will design power transformers, solve complex engineering challenges, and collaborate with colleagues around the world to create reliable, high-quality, and sustainable solutions. Whether you're at the beginning of your career or bring years of experience, you'll find opportunities to develop your expertise, grow professionally, and make a real impact.This is an opportunity to work with engineering challenges related to specialty transformers. You will be part of the order delivery process of the most complex and demanding transformer and reactor designs that the industry has to offer. This role includes hands-on participation in different engineering tasks as well as communication with different stakeholders. Main responsibility in this role is the mechanical design of transformer internal parts and components.There is more than one way to approach this role. You can be a strong professional with several years of relevant experience or a recently graduated/graduating student with willingness and courage to test your limits in learning new things and taking on the challenges that are part of our daily work. Depending on your background, we will provide training and support to help you grow and develop into this role.**How you’ll make an impact*** Mechanical design of transformer internal parts and components* Create and maintain product structures* Collaborate closely with procurement, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless project execution.* Close cooperation with external partners and subcontractors* Self-guided, organized and accurate team player, with a positive learning attitude* Interact with people from diverse backgrounds and skillsets**Your background*** A B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering* An understanding of electrical connections and connection groups; experience in this area is considered an advantage.* Knowledge of mechanical engineering, manufacturing techniques, and material technologies.* Previous experience in assembly work is seen as a benefit.* Familiarity with 3D CAD software and engineering design tools.* Strong communication skills in both Finnish and English, written and spoken. Additional language skills are considered as an asset.* Practical mindset, a willingness to learn, and an interest in developing your technical expertise in a collaborative engineering environment.**More about us**Interested in joining the team? We look forward to receiving your application. Apply for the position by 21 August 2026. Please note that interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received, and the position will be filled and closed once a suitable candidate is identified. The recruitment process may, however, be slightly slower during the summer holiday period.**Accessibility and reasonable accommodation****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 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.** **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.****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.****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.**