Mechanical Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to own and drive complex transformer engineering projects from concept through execution. You will translate customer needs into practical, innovative designs while coordinating with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to meet timelines and costs.

You will guide risk management, drive continuous improvement, and mentor early-career engineers, contributing to industry-leading transformer solutions and a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in power transformer design engineering.
• Proven ability to lead complex engineering design projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

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

Skills

Lead design projects

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentor engineers

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The opportunity

Bring your creativity and technical expertise to Hitachi Energy and help design the next generation of power transformer solutions. As a Lead Design Engineer, you will take ownership of complex engineering projects, transforming customer requirements into innovative, high-quality designs that make a real-world impact.

This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. You will guide projects from concept through execution—balancing performance, cost, and timelines—while working closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams. Your ability to lead design validation, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement will play a critical role in delivering solutions that exceed expectations.

At Hitachi Energy, you’ll be part of an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. You will have the opportunity to mentor emerging talent, influence engineering processes, and contribute to industry-leading advancements—all while helping shape a more sustainable energy future.

How you'll make an impact

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

Your background

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in power transformer design engineering.
• Proven ability to lead complex engineering design projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working cross-functionally in collaborative environments.
• Commitment to continuous learning and applying innovative engineering approaches.

More about us

• Be part of a global leader driving the energy transition through innovation.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive culture that values safety and integrity.
• Grow your career with access to mentorship, development programs, and global opportunities.

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