Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Power Transformer Specialist

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, VA invites a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a team delivering complex transformer design solutions.

You will lead electrical system design, perform analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional groups from concept to customer delivery. The role focuses on producing detailed drawings, models, simulations, and technical reports while driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–8 years of electrical design experience, preferably in power transformer industry.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Creo.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation.
• Strong collaboration and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and evaluate complex electrical systems and transformer components.
• Develop detailed manufacturing drawings, customer documentation, and bills of materials.
• Create advanced models and simulations to solve engineering challenges.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous product improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align designs with market and sales strategies.
• Lead or support technical investigations and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Engage with customers to resolve technical issues and strengthen relationships.
• Prepare specifications, proposals, and technical reports while supporting approvals.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Electrical design knowledge

Collaboration

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, VA invites a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a team delivering complex transformer design solutions.

You will lead electrical system design, perform analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional groups from concept to customer delivery. The role focuses on producing detailed drawings, models, simulations, and technical reports while driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with standards.