Senior Transformer Engineer — Remote Options + Field Support

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy seeks a Senior Transformer Engineer to join our US Transformer Services team, offering design, field repair, testing, and technical support across time zones. This role emphasizes problem solving, mentorship, and regulatory compliance in high‑voltage transformer projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of transformer experience, strong knowledge of IEEE/IEC standards, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office 365. Remote work options available with up to 20% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of transformer experience.
• Experience in design and execution as an electrical engineer with transformers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and AutoCAD.

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 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.

Skills

Transformer experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Hitachi Energy seeks a Senior Transformer Engineer to join our US Transformer Services team, offering design, field repair, testing, and technical support across time zones. This role emphasizes problem solving, mentorship, and regulatory compliance in high‑voltage transformer projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of transformer experience, strong knowledge of IEEE/IEC standards, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office 365. Remote work options available with up to 20% travel.