Lead Design Engineer – Transformer Power Systems

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC. is seeking a Lead Design Engineer in South Boston, VA, to own complex transformer design projects from concept through execution.

You will guide teams across manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to balance performance, cost, and timelines while mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and 5+ years in transformer design, with strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in power transformer design engineering.
• Experience leading complex engineering design projects.
• Strong communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Cross-functional collaboration experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex transformer engineering projects.
• Translate customer requirements into innovative, practical design solutions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure feasibility.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and goals.
• Drive risk identification and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Build strong customer relationships and incorporate feedback into design improvements.
• Promote standardization, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support the development of early-career engineers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Communication

Project management

Education

B.S. or M.S. Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA INC. is seeking a Lead Design Engineer in South Boston, VA, to own complex transformer design projects from concept through execution.

You will guide teams across manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to balance performance, cost, and timelines while mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and 5+ years in transformer design, with strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.