Senior Mechanical Design Engineer: HV Bushings & Transformers

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to shape the future of high‑voltage technology.

You will design and industrialize bushings and transformer components, develop CAD models, and define mechanical layouts while collaborating with international teams across the full product lifecycle. You will contribute to R&D initiatives, validate designs, and ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in designing high-voltage insulation components, preferably bushings.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD design tools, Creo highly valued.
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with simulation tools such as Ansys is preferred.
• Knowledge of IEC/IEEE and product qualification standards; strong teamwork and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Design new high-voltage bushings and transformer components from concept through industrialization.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and documentation.
• Define mechanical layouts, interfaces, insulation structures, and technical specs.
• Support feasibility studies, concept evaluations, and technology development.
• Manage product structures, BOMs, and engineering data in PLM systems.
• Support prototype manufacturing, testing, qualification, and design validation.
• Analyze test results and implement improvements to enhance performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams to meet project scope, schedule, and cost.

Skills

Creo

3D CAD

Mechanical design

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ansys

PLM

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA INC. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to shape the future of high‑voltage technology.

You will design and industrialize bushings and transformer components, develop CAD models, and define mechanical layouts while collaborating with international teams across the full product lifecycle. You will contribute to R&D initiatives, validate designs, and ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards.