Mechanical Designer

Hitachi Rail; Monselice; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Plan

Lunch ticket or canteen

Health Insurance

Pension Fund

Welfare

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Well-being platform

Family Care Benefits

Parking and Partnerships

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Italy S.p.A. in Monselice (PD) is seeking an Mechanical Design Engineer for power transformers. You will design the mechanical external parts in 3D, produce drawings and calculations, and support contract changes per customer specifications.

The role requires 2–3 years in mechanical or electromechanical design, CAD 2D/3D proficiency, and English/Italian language skills. Occasional travel to customers and suppliers is expected.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma (electrical/mechanical).
• 2/3 years of experience in mechanical / electromechanical design.
• Experience in transformers field is a plus.
• Good knowledge of CAD 2D/3D.
• PTC Creo Parametric, SAP knowledge is a plus.
• Good knowledge of English and Italian.
• Availability for short, occasional trips to customers/suppliers.

Responsibilities

• 3D design of electrical transformer's mechanical external part, including drawings and calculations according to specification.
• Identify variation requests to support contract changes.
• Follow work plans and cost estimates for work in own area of responsibility and ensure quality deliverables on time and at targeted cost.
• Complete risk and opportunity assessments and the implementation of resulting actions in area of responsibility.
• Attend project meetings and present specific aspects of design assignments; Collaborate with the supply chain function.
• Assist in communication with customer pertaining to specific project design assignments or meetings.
• Create specifications for purchase and manufacturing, interface with customers, suppliers and production.
• Use internal standard rules, processes and tools.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electromechanical design

CAD 2D/3D

English and Italian

Availability for travel

Education

Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma (electrical/mechanical)

Tools

PTC Creo Parametric

SAP

Job description

Location: Monselice, Padova, Italy

Job ID: R0109997

Date Posted: 2026-04-15

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY ITALY S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The opportunity

For our Business Unit Transformers based in Monselice (PD) we are looking for candidates who will be responsible Mechanical Design of power transformers by following customer’s specifications, internati-onal IEC rules and internal standards.

How you'll make an impact

• 3D design of electrical transformer's mechanical external part, including drawings and calculations ac-cording to specification. Contribute to design reviews and design verification;
• Identify variation requests to support contract changes;
• Follow work plans and cost estimates for work in own area of responsibility and ensure quality deli-verables on time and at targeted cost;
• Complete risk and opportunity assessments and the implementation of resulting actions in area of re-sponsibility. Report any contract / quality / program / cost issues to management for resolution;
• Attend project meetings and present specific aspects of design assignments; Collaborate with the supply chain function, review vendor documentation, provide design related evaluation of proposals for standard materials and equipment;
• Assist in communication with customer pertaining to specific project design assignments or meetings;
• Create specifications for purchase and manufacturing, interface with customers, suppliers and producti-on dept;
• Use internal standard rules, processes and tools;
• Live core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business.

Your background

• Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma (electrical/mechanical);
• 2/3 years of experience in mechanical / electromechanical design;
• Experience in transformers field is a plus;
• Good knowledge of CAD 2D/3D;
• PTC Creo Parametric, SAP knowledge is a plus;
• Good knowledge of English and Italian;
• Availability for short, occasional trips to customers/suppliers.

More about us

The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:

Starting from: 32200 € euros

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Incentive Plan
• Lunch ticket or canteen
• Health Insurance
• Pension Fund
• Welfare
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work model
• Well-being platform
• Family Care Benefits
• Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores)

Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

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.