Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
3+ years of relevant engineering experience
Distribution transformer design experience (internships included)
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Experience collaborating across teams and functions
Responsibilities
Deliver electrical designs on time and to quality expectations
Collaborate with stakeholders to keep projects on track
Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
Support the development of special and custom designs
Identify and lead improvements to engineering processes and products
Define and document requirements for system enhancements
Support testing, validation, and deployment of tools and solutions
Provide technical support to customers and internal teams
Benefits
Continuous learning and career mobility
Development opportunities worldwide
Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture
Focus on innovation and growth
Full Job Description
Location:
South Boston, Virginia, United States of America
Job ID:
Date Posted:
2026-09-16
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, design is more than drawings—it’s how ideas become reliable, high‑quality power solutions. As an Electrical Design Engineer based in Jefferson City, you’ll be at the center of engineering projects that move from concept to production. You’ll translate requirements into practical designs, balance quality, cost, and schedule, and collaborate with a wide range of partners to bring solutions to life.
This role offers the chance to work with advanced engineering tools, contribute to both standard and special designs, and influence continuous improvement across products and processes. You’ll take ownership of complex tasks, solve real‑world challenges, and see the direct impact of your work on customers and operations. If you enjoy working independently while staying closely connected to a collaborative team, this is an opportunity to grow your expertise and your career in a purpose‑driven organization shaping the future of energy.
How you’ll make an impact
Deliver electrical designs on time and to quality expectations
Collaborate with stakeholders to keep projects on track
Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
Support the development of special and custom designs
Identify and lead improvements to engineering processes and products
Define and document requirements for system enhancements
Support testing, validation, and deployment of tools and solutions
Provide technical support to customers and internal teams
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your background
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
3+ years of relevant engineering experience
Distribution transformer design experience (internship experience considered)
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Experience collaborating across teams and functions
About Hitachi America
Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
