Lead R&D Transformer Systems Innovator

Hitachi Energy; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for R&D in transformer design and development. Join us to lead impactful projects while collaborating with global teams in a supportive, hybrid work environment.

You will ensure compliance with regulations, develop technical standards, and drive innovation in our Raleigh office. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, experience in electrical design, and a passion for technology and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of experience or a Master’s with 5+ years.
• 3+ years in electrical design for liquid-filled distribution transformers.
• Experience with SQL, DevOps, and Azure infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute R&D projects for distribution transformers.
• Develop and improve technical standards and material specifications.
• Identify and implement new technologies and product strategies.
• Define software specifications and analyze software behavior.
• Debug and review code to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with global teams and manufacturing sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Electrical design for liquid-filled distribution transformers

SQL

DevOps

Azure infrastructure

Strong communication skills in English

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (7+ years of experience)

Master's in Electrical Engineering (5+ years of experience)

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for R&D in transformer design and development. Join us to lead impactful projects while collaborating with global teams in a supportive, hybrid work environment.

You will ensure compliance with regulations, develop technical standards, and drive innovation in our Raleigh office. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, experience in electrical design, and a passion for technology and sustainability.