R&D Electrical Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Isle Forest (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in North Carolina is seeking an R&D Electrical Engineer to advance multi-physics simulations for distribution and traction transformers. You will develop circuit-level, electromagnetic, and multi-physics models, driving design validation and enabling faster innovation within a global team.

The role emphasizes collaboration across R&D, engineering, testing and product development, applying automated workflows and advanced modeling to predict performance, reduce risk, and accelerate

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience in transformer design highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of circuit theory, electromagnetics, and transformer physics.
• Experience with electromagnetic FEA tools such as ANSYS Maxwell, COMSOL, Altair Flux, FEMM.
• Knowledge of simulation and programming tools such as LTspice, PSpice, PowerFactory, ETAP, Python, MATLAB, or C#.

Responsibilities

• Perform circuit-level, electromagnetic, and multi-physics simulations for transformers.
• Analyze transformer performance including losses, impedance, leakage fields, and transient behavior.
• Support simulation-driven product development and early design validation.
• Develop and maintain automated simulation workflows and engineering tools.
• Advance multi-physics methodologies by integrating electrical, structural, thermomechanical, and acoustic simulations.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, technology assessments, and new product concepts.
• Support prototype validation and testing to verify models and improve performance.
• Share expertise through guidelines and internal training.

Skills

Circuit theory

Electromagnetics

Transformer physics

FEA tools

ANSYS Maxwell

COMSOL Multiphysics

Altair Flux

FEMM

LTspice

PSpice

PowerFactory

ETAP

Python

MATLAB

C#

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Maxwell

COMSOL Multiphysics

Altair Flux

FEMM

PowerFactory

ETAP

LTspice

PSpice

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about using advanced simulation technologies to shape the future of energy solutions? Hitachi Energy is looking for a R&D Electrical Engineer to join our global Multi-physics Simulation Team within the Transformers business.

In this exciting role, you will help drive the development of next-generation dry-type and liquid-filled distribution and traction transformers through cutting-edge circuit-level, electromagnetic, and multi-physics simulations. Working alongside a diverse network of R&D, engineering, testing, and product development professionals, you will play a key role in accelerating innovation and enabling smarter, more efficient product development.

This position offers the opportunity to influence product performance from the earliest design stages by leveraging simulation-driven methodologies to predict outcomes, reduce development risks, and support a shift-left approach to engineering. You will contribute to the development of new technologies, advanced modeling techniques, and automated simulation workflows that help bring reliable, high-performing transformer solutions to customers worldwide.

If you thrive in a collaborative international environment, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and are motivated by innovation, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of electrification.

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

How You'll Make an Impact

• Perform circuit-level, electromagnetic, and multi-physics simulations for dry-type and liquid-filled distribution and traction transformers.
• Analyze transformer performance, including losses, impedance, leakage fields, transient behavior, inductances, and short-circuit forces.
• Support simulation-driven product development strategies that enable early design validation and prediction of factory test results.
• Develop and maintain automated simulation workflows and engineering tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Advance innovative multi-physics methodologies by integrating electrical, structural, thermomechanical, and acoustic simulations.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, technology assessments, and the development of new products and technical concepts.
• Support prototype validation and testing activities to verify simulation models and enhance product performance.
• Share technical expertise through design guidelines, internal training, and close collaboration with engineering and design teams.

Your Background

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional experience in electrical engineering; experience related to transformer design is highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of circuit theory, electromagnetics, and transformer physics.
• Experience with electromagnetic finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS Maxwell, COMSOL Multiphysics, Altair Flux, FEMM, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of simulation and programming tools such as LTspice, PSpice, PowerFactory, ETAP, Python, MATLAB, or C#.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a global environment and willingness to travel as needed.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
• Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO, paid holidays
• Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
• Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

More About Us

• Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Grow your career through challenging projects, continuous learning opportunities, and access to a worldwide network of technical experts and industry leaders.
• Be part of an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and where every team member is empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.