Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America Job ID: R0150715 Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity Bring your expertise in electrical design to Hitachi Energy and help power the future of North America. As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will join a highly specialized team focused on large power transformer design—delivering innovative, reliable solutions that meet evolving market needs. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact engineering challenges while collaborating with experienced professionals across disciplines. From concept development to customer delivery, your work will directly influence performance, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will also have the chance to lead initiatives, contribute to design strategy, and drive continuous improvement. At Hitachi Energy, innovation meets purpose. You will be empowered to deepen your technical expertise, explore advanced design tools and simulations, and build meaningful relationships with both internal teams and customers. If you’re ready to apply your knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas matter, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. How you'll make an impact 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. Your background Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in electrical design, ideally within the power transformer industry. Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of electrical engineering principles. Experience with AutoCAD and/or 3D design tools such as Creo preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and engineering documentation. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work independently when needed. More about us Be part of a global leader advancing sustainable energy solutions. Thrive in an inclusive culture built on safety, integrity, and innovation. Grow your career through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and global collaboration. 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. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. 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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