Controls Design Engineer - Transformer Systems

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

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.