Senior Transformer Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Earth City (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a Senior Transformer Engineer to join our US Transformer Services engineering team. This role supports field repair, testing, and life-cycle assessments while providing expert technical solutions across multiple time zones.

Remote options and travel up to 20% are available. The candidate will mentor colleagues, review test data, and help ensure compliance with IEEE, IEC, and NEMA standards, drawing on 5+ years of transformer-related engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of Transformer experience.
• Electrical studies preferred.
• Experience in design and execution as an electrical engineer with transformers.
• Knowledge of IEEE, IEC, NEMA standards.
• Experience repairing medium and large power oil-filled transformers from multiple OEMs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and AutoCAD.
• Strong initiative, creativity, attention to detail, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert solutions to technical inquiries from operations and the quotation team.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for field repair and testing.
• Create and review test trip packs, validate test data, and compile reports.
• Offer 24/7 technical support to field crews across all US time zones.
• Mentor and guide less experienced colleagues.
• Conduct life and condition assessments, thermal studies, and internal inspections.
• Participate in root cause analysis studies and create repair scope of work procedures.
• Prepare and present customer training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Transformer knowledge

Electrical design

Root cause analysis

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Location: Earth City, Missouri, United States

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: Yes

Senior Transformer Engineer

The Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Hitachi Energy is seeking a passionate and experienced Transformer Engineer to join our Transformer Services US engineering team. Whether you're based in Nashville, TN, Earth City, MO, Crystal Springs, MS, or prefer to work remotely, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, delivering top-notch technical solutions and support. With up to 20% travel, you'll have the chance to make a significant impact while exploring new places.

How You'll Make an Impact

Provide expert solutions to technical inquiries from operations and the quotation team.

Serve as the subject matter expert for field repair and testing.

Create and review test trip packs, validate test data, and compile reports.

Offer 24/7 technical support to field crews across all US time zones.

Mentor and guide less experienced colleagues.

Conduct life and condition assessments, thermal studies, and internal inspections.

Participate in root cause analysis studies and create repair scope of work procedures.

Prepare and present customer training sessions.

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

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of experience, or a combination of education and Transformer experience.
• Electrical studies preferred.
• Experience in design and execution as an electrical engineer with transformers.
• Knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, IEC, NEMA).
• Experience in repairing medium and large power oil-filled transformers from multiple OEMs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and AutoCAD.
• Strong initiative, creativity, attention to detail, and communication skills.

More About Us

Working at Hitachi Energy offers the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to service solutions that support the reliability and performance of the power grid.

Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.

A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.

Access to learning platforms and career development programs.

• Competitive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity.

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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Corporate Vision

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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