Controls Design Engineer

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; South Boston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Virginia seeks a Controls Design Engineer to craft and refine advanced control and monitoring solutions for power transformers. You will collaborate with engineering, software, and project teams to elevate performance, safety, and reliability across global applications.

The role blends hands-on control systems work with design reviews and documentation, contributing to a carbon-neutral energy future within a worldwide energy technology leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in controls or panel design within an industrial environment.
• Proficiency with electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Solid understanding of electrical schematics, PID control, and motor control.
• Familiarity with IEEE, UL508, and NFPA 70 standards.
• Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine detailed control system designs for power transformers.
• Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
• Execute commissioning activities, including startup, calibration, and tuning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with existing control equipment.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure quality, compliance, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Electrical schematics

PID control

Motor control

Industrial standards

EtherNet/IP

PROFINET

Modbus TCP/IP

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Automation or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the future of reliable, sustainable power systems. We're looking for a dynamic Controls Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and bringing innovative ideas to life. In this role, you'll design and develop advanced control and monitoring solutions for power transformers - critical equipment that keeps industries, communities, and infrastructure powered around the world.

You'll collaborate with talented teams across engineering, software, and project management, contributing to solutions that elevate performance, efficiency, and safety. If you enjoy combining technical expertise with creativity, love working hands-on with control systems, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization advancing a carbon-neutral energy future, this opportunity is for you.

At Hitachi Energy, you'll grow, make meaningful contributions, and see your work come to life in real-world applications. Be part of a global team building what's next in energy technology.

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the future of reliable, sustainable power systems. We're looking for a dynamic Controls Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and bringing innovative ideas to life. In this role, you'll design and develop advanced control and monitoring solutions for power transformers - critical equipment that keeps industries, communities, and infrastructure powered around the world.

You'll collaborate with talented teams across engineering, software, and project management, contributing to solutions that elevate performance, efficiency, and safety. If you enjoy combining technical expertise with creativity, love working hands-on with control systems, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization advancing a carbon-neutral energy future, this opportunity is for you.

At Hitachi Energy, you'll grow, make meaningful contributions, and see your work come to life in real-world applications. Be part of a global team building what's next in energy technology.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and refine detailed control system designs for power transformers.
• Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
• Execute commissioning activities, including startup, calibration, and tuning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with existing control equipment.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure quality, compliance, and safety.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in controls or panel design within an industrial environment.
• Proficiency with electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Solid understanding of electrical schematics, PID control, and motor control.
• Familiarity with IEEE, UL508, and NFPA 70 standards.
• Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).

More about us

• You'll join a global leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.
• We offer continuous learning, upskilling opportunities, and career mobility across a diverse international organization.
• You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.

Location South Boston, Virginia, United States of America;
Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-08-26

Reference number R0121320

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world's energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today's generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

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