Electrical R&D Engineer - Transformers

Hitachi Energy; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an innovative Electrical R&D Engineer to join our LiquidFilled Distribution Transformers team. You will collaborate with a global network of experts to turn forward-thinking concepts into prototypes and help shape the next generation of transformer technology.

This role offers freedom to explore ideas, solve complex design challenges, and influence products that support a more sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years of electrical design experience, ideally in transformers.
• R&D experience in a business or industrial environment is beneficial.
• Knowledge of magnetic, dielectric, or thermal design preferred.
• Familiarity with FEM or 2D circuit simulation tools is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and a creative, solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Contribute inventive electrical design ideas to R&D projects
• Lead or support initiatives aligned with time, cost, and quality objectives
• Coordinate prototype manufacturing and testing activities
• Design and execute experiments to validate technical solutions
• Document project progress and develop design rules from findings
• Participate in intellectual property discussions and risk evaluations
• Provide technical support to factories, marketing teams, and customers
• Collaborate with global R&D peers to optimize electrical designs
• Support costout initiatives and design portfolio development for the South Boston location

Skills

Electrical design

Transformers experience

FEM tools

Circuit simulation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

FEM tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you ready to power the future with purpose? At Hitachi Energy, we're searching for an innovative and detailfocused Electrical R&D Engineer to join our LiquidFilled Distribution Transformers team. This is your chance to help shape the next generation of transformer technology-advancing reliability, sustainability, and performance in power distribution worldwide.

In this role, you'll collaborate with a global network of experts, turning forwardthinking concepts into cuttingedge prototypes. You'll have the freedom to explore new ideas, solve complex design challenges, and influence products that directly support a more sustainable energy future.

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

If you're energized by creative electrical design, passionate about R&D, and eager to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to welcome you to our collaborative, futuredriven team.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Contribute inventive electrical design ideas to R&D projects
• Lead or support initiatives aligned with time, cost, and quality objectives
• Coordinate prototype manufacturing and testing activities
• Design and execute experiments to validate technical solutions
• Document project progress and develop design rules from findings
• Participate in intellectual property discussions and risk evaluations
• Provide technical support to factories, marketing teams, and customers
• Collaborate with global R&D peers to optimize electrical designs
• Support costout initiatives and design portfolio development for the South Boston location

Your Background

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, ideally within transformers
• R&D experience in a business or industrial environment is beneficial
• Knowledge of magnetic, dielectric, or thermal design preferred
• Familiarity with FEM or 2D circuitsimulation tools is advantageous
• Strong communication skills and a creative, solutionoriented mindset

More About Us

• We champion innovation, collaboration, and sustainability across everything we do
• We offer global career pathways, continuous learning, and a culture of inclusion
• We empower individuals to grow, experiment, and shape the future of energy