Controls Design Engineer for Power Transformers

Hitachi, Ltd.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy seeks a Controls Design Engineer to design and develop advanced control and monitoring solutions for power transformers, enabling reliable, sustainable energy systems.

You will collaborate with engineering, software and project teams, perform commissioning, create wiring diagrams, and produce documentation to ensure safety and compliance. This role offers growth in a global team advancing a carbon‑neutral energy future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in controls or panel design in industrial settings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine control system designs for power transformers.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams for system integration.
• Conduct commissioning activities including startup, calibration, and tuning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing control equipment.
• Prepare clear technical documentation and design reviews for quality and safety.

Skills

PID control

Electrical schematics

Industrial standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

EtherNet/IP

PROFINET

Job description

Hitachi Energy seeks a Controls Design Engineer to design and develop advanced control and monitoring solutions for power transformers, enabling reliable, sustainable energy systems.

You will collaborate with engineering, software and project teams, perform commissioning, create wiring diagrams, and produce documentation to ensure safety and compliance. This role offers growth in a global team advancing a carbon‑neutral energy future.