Senior Applications Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Senior Transformer Applications Engineer to drive the application, promotion, and development of power transformer solutions. You will collaborate across engineering, product management, and customer engagement to deliver innovative, market-leading transformers that meet evolving industry needs.

You will serve as the technical expert on transformer applications, identify growth opportunities, and support lifecycle activities from design through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5–8 years of experience in power transformer design, application engineering, or related disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of power transformer design, manufacturing, testing, and installation.
• Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional business teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and business decisions.
• Preferred: Master's degree and experience with power/distribution transformers, transformer components, and digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert for power transformer applications and customer solutions.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities that expand market presence and revenue.
• Collaborate with product management, sales, and business development teams to define growth strategies.
• Support product positioning by analyzing market trends, customer needs, and industry developments.
• Evaluate new products, product enhancements, and emerging business opportunities.
• Lead complex engineering studies, simulations, and technical analyses to resolve customer challenges.
• Engage directly with customers to address critical technical issues and develop action plans.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at customer meetings, industry events, and technical conferences.

Skills

Power transformer knowledge

Customer engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of energy infrastructure? Hitachi Energy is looking for a Senior Transformer Applications Engineer to drive the successful application, promotion, and development of world‑class power transformer solutions. In this influential role, you will work at the intersection of engineering, product management, business development, and customer engagement to deliver innovative solutions that support the evolving needs of the power industry.

As a trusted technical expert, you will leverage your deep knowledge of power transformers to influence product strategy, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen customer relationships. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop market‑leading solutions, solve complex technical challenges, and support customers throughout the product lifecycle.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled and commercially minded engineer who enjoys combining innovation, customer engagement, and strategic thinking to create lasting business impact.

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

How You'll Make an Impact

• Serve as the technical expert for power transformer applications and customer solutions.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities that expand market presence and revenue.
• Collaborate with product management, sales, and business development teams to define growth strategies.
• Support product positioning by analyzing market trends, customer needs, and industry developments.
• Evaluate new products, product enhancements, and emerging business opportunities.
• Lead complex engineering studies, simulations, and technical analyses to resolve customer challenges.
• Engage directly with customers to address critical technical issues and develop action plans.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at customer meetings, industry events, and technical conferences.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5–8 years of experience in power transformer design, application engineering, or related disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of power transformer design, manufacturing, testing, and installation.
• Experience working directly with customers and cross‑functional business teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and business decisions.
• Preferred: Master's degree and experience with power/distribution transformers, transformer components, and digital solutions.

More About Us

• Join a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovative grid and power solutions.
• Collaborate with diverse teams, industry experts, and customers on impactful projects around the world.
• Grow your career through continuous learning, professional development opportunities, and pathways for technical and leadership advancement.

Background Screening and Security Checks

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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.

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