Mechanical Design Engineer - Traction Transformer

Hitachi Energy; Vadodara; On-site; INR 7,00,000 - 11,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in traction transformer design in Vadodara, India. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the mechanical development of transformer designs and preparing customer documents. The ideal candidate should hold a B.E/B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 2-8 years of relevant experience and proficiency in CAD software. Join a company committed to building a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of experience in mechanical design for transformers or heavy engineering.
• Knowledge of IEEE Standards & Global Standards.
• Understanding of mechanical design concepts and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for traction transformers.
• Prepare customer documents and manufacturing drawings.
• Coordinate design activities within a global network.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D Modelling software

Team building skills

English proficiency

Education

B.E / B. Tech Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill PLM

Job description

The opportunity

As Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in Traction Transformer design at the Global Engineering Center/India Factory in Vadodara, India, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, diversity, and collaboration. The Transformers Business Unit is leading the way in energy transformation, delivering advanced solutions across a wide range of industries. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experts from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to building a sustainable future.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• The success candidate will be the part of an International Design and Engineering Team specialized in Traction Transformer design.
• Responsible for mechanical development of Traction Transformer’s order and tender designs in compliance with the Market and Sales Strategy to meet the market needs.
• Responsible for Preparation of Customer documents, Manufacturing drawings, Bill of materials etc & submission to customer as per project schedule.
• Understanding of Transformer mechanical design, Thermal, Dielectrics, Short circuit and sound performance and transformer mechanics
• Coordinating design activities within a worldwide factories network.
• Participation in internal design concept reviews.
• Demonstrated team building skills and networking skills, would be a preference.
• Ability to speak with and work together with the technical teams in different parts of the world.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Candidate should hold a degree in B.E / B. Tech Mechanical Engineering with 2-8 Years Experience working in Mechanical design for Transformers/ Heavy Engineering industry/ pump/ Bearing/ Gear/ Automobiles manufacturing Industry.
• Knowledge on CAD software, any 3D Modelling software is a must. Creo is considered as an advantage.
• Experience in Windchill PLM is desirable.
• Should understand Mechanical Design concepts & calculations, Dielectrics, clearance/creepage, basic layout and electromechanical.
• Should have good understanding of IEEE Standards & Global Standards.
• Experience in Simulation or software development would be advantageous.
• Ability to speak with and work together with the technical teams in different parts of the world.
• Demonstrated team building skills, would be a preference.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.