Electrical Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United States is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a specialized transformer design team. You will own electrical system design from concept through customer delivery, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions for North American markets.

You will work with seasoned engineers across disciplines, lead design reviews, develop drawings and models, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–8 years of electrical design experience, preferably in the power transformer industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and CAD tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and evaluate complex electrical systems and transformer components.
• Develop manufacturing drawings, customer documentation, and bills of materials.
• Create advanced models and simulations to solve engineering challenges.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous product improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align designs with market and sales strategies.
• Lead or support technical investigations and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Engage with customers to resolve technical issues and strengthen relationships.
• Prepare specifications, proposals, and technical reports while supporting approvals.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Creo

3D design

Engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity

Bring your expertise in electrical design to Hitachi Energy and help power the future of North America. As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will join a highly specialized team focused on large power transformer design—delivering innovative, reliable solutions that meet evolving market needs.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact engineering challenges while collaborating with experienced professionals across disciplines. From concept development to customer delivery, your work will directly influence performance, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will also have the chance to lead initiatives, contribute to design strategy, and drive continuous improvement.

At Hitachi Energy, innovation meets purpose. You will be empowered to deepen your technical expertise, explore advanced design tools and simulations, and build meaningful relationships with both internal teams and customers. If you’re ready to apply your knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas matter, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

How you'll make an impact

• Design, analyze, and evaluate complex electrical systems and transformer components.

• Develop detailed manufacturing drawings, customer documentation, and bills of materials.

• Create advanced models and simulations to solve engineering challenges.

• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous product improvement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align designs with market and sales strategies.

• Lead or support technical investigations and implement effective engineering solutions.

• Engage with customers to resolve technical issues and strengthen relationships.

• Prepare specifications, proposals, and technical reports while supporting approvals.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in electrical design, ideally within the power transformer industry.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or 3D design tools such as Creo preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and engineering documentation.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work independently when needed.

More about us

• Be part of a global leader advancing sustainable energy solutions.
• Thrive in an inclusive culture built on safety, integrity, and innovation.
• Grow your career through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and global collaboration.

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