Hitachi Vantara Corporation

Controls Design Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in controls or panel design within an industrial environment.
  • Proficiency with electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
  • Solid understanding of electrical schematics, PID control, and motor control.
  • Familiarity with IEEE, UL508, and NFPA 70 standards.
  • Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and refine detailed control system designs for power transformers.
  • Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
  • Execute commissioning activities, including startup, calibration, and tuning.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with existing control equipment.
  • Prepare clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
  • Participate in design reviews to ensure quality, compliance, and safety.

Benefits

  • Continuous learning and upskilling opportunities.
  • Career mobility across a diverse international organization.
  • Inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.
Full Job Description
Location:
South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID:
R0121320

Date Posted:
2026-03-09

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

How you'll make an impact
  • Develop and refine detailed control system designs for power transformers.
  • Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
  • Execute commissioning activities, including startup, calibration, and tuning.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with existing control equipment.
  • Prepare clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
  • Participate in design reviews to ensure quality, compliance, and safety.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your background
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in controls or panel design within an industrial environment.
  • Proficiency with electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
  • Solid understanding of electrical schematics, PID control, and motor control.
  • Familiarity with IEEE, UL508, and NFPA 70 standards.
  • Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).
More about us
  • You'll join a global leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.
  • We offer continuous learning, upskilling opportunities, and career mobility across a diverse international organization.
  • You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.


About Hitachi Vantara Corporation

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23,095 employees
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Founded
2017
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