Mechanical Design Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC in Jefferson City, Missouri, is seeking a Mechanical Product Design Engineer to shape transformer technology through innovative design and cross-functional collaboration.

You'll convert customer specs into high-quality designs using 2D/3D tools, develop drawings, BOMs, and technical docs, and support across teams. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, a mechanical engineering degree, and familiarity with IEEE/CSA standards; we offer growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years of engineering experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Creo, or similar tools.
• Experience with industrial/engineering standards.
• Knowledge of pad-mounted transformer design (preferred).
• IEEE/CSA standards familiarity (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering design activities.
• Create and modify drawings, Bills of Materials, and technical documentation.
• Lead and participate in design and customer specification reviews.
• Provide timely mechanical engineering support across teams.
• Support customer inquiries with clear, technically sound responses.
• Contribute to vendor qualification, new component development, and testing.
• Conduct analysis, design, and development work using 2D/3D tools for transformer products.
• Mentor and guide early-career engineering colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

Job description

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity Join a team where your ideas power real-world impact. As a Mechanical Product Design Engineer with Hitachi Energy, you’ll shape the future of distribution transformer technology through innovative design, engineering excellence, and cross‑functional collaboration. In this role, you’ll bring mechanical concepts to life—transforming customer specifications into high‑quality designs that support essential energy infrastructure. You’ll work with 2D and 3D design tools, solve meaningful technical challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy creative problem‑solving, and want to build solutions that support a more sustainable energy future, this role offers room to grow, lead, and make a visible impact.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering design activities.


• Create and modify drawings, Bills of Materials, and technical documentation.


• Lead and participate in design and customer specification reviews.


• Provide timely mechanical engineering support across teams.


• Support customer inquiries with clear, technically sound responses.


• Contribute to vendor qualification, new component development, and testing.


• Conduct analysis, design, and development work using 2D/3D tools for transformer products.


• Mentor and guide early‑career engineering colleagues.


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

Qualifications

• Your background


• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.


• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.


• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Creo, or similar 2D/3D modeling tools.


• Experience working with industrial or engineering standards.


• Knowledge of pad‑mounted transformer design (preferred).


• Familiarity with IEEE and CSA standards for distribution transformers (preferred).

More about us

We are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through cutting‑edge technologies and global collaboration. You’ll have opportunities for continuous learning, skills development, and career mobility across our worldwide organization. We foster an inclusive, supportive environment where every voice contributes to meaningful innovation.

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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