Remote High-Voltage Test Engineer for Transformers

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Earth City (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care

401(k) Matching

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Family Care Benefits

Paid Leave (FMLA, etc.)

Tuition Reimbursement

On-demand Learning

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a High Voltage Test Engineer to join the Transformer Services US engineering team in Earth City, MO. The role involves mobile high voltage testing, data analysis, and report generation with 40–60% travel to customer sites.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years of transformer experience, and are proficient in IEEE/IEC/NEMA standards and MS Office 365. Travel readiness and U.S. work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience, or a combination of studies and 10+ years of transformer experience.
• Knowledge of IEEE, IEC, and NEMA standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 and in technical report compilation.
• Initiative, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with strong communication skills.
• Work authorization to work in the United States.
• Willingness to travel 40–60% depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a mobile high voltage test trailer system.
• Perform tests such as applied voltage, partial discharge localization, and temperature rise.
• Conduct low voltage testing including winding resistance, turns ratio, excitation, and power factor.
• Analyze electrical testing results and calibrate test equipment.
• Communicate with customers and prepare detailed test reports.
• Create test plans to support the proposal team.
• Provide technical support to field crews and review transformer oil test results.
• Uphold safety and integrity in all actions.

Skills

IEEE standards

IEC standards

NEMA standards

MS Office 365

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a High Voltage Test Engineer to join the Transformer Services US engineering team in Earth City, MO. The role involves mobile high voltage testing, data analysis, and report generation with 40–60% travel to customer sites.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years of transformer experience, and are proficient in IEEE/IEC/NEMA standards and MS Office 365. Travel readiness and U.S. work authorization are required.