Electrical Engineer

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

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in the United States to join a specialized team focused on large power transformer design. You will contribute from concept development to customer delivery, shaping performance, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Own responsibility for complex electrical systems, create detailed drawings, and lead design reviews. This role emphasizes innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration across disciplines to deliver reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical design, ideally in power transformer industry.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or 3D design tools such as Creo.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Electrical design

Transformer design

MS Office

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

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.

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.
• 3-5 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.

Publication date : 2026-11-05