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About this Mechanical Design Engineer role at Hitachi

Hitachi · Onsite · South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Location:

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID:

R0150395

Date Posted:

2026-10-28

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Join a team where your ideas power real-world impact. As a Mechanical Product Design Engineer with Hitachi Energy, you’ll shape the future of distribution transformer technology through innovative design, engineering excellence, and cross‑functional collaboration.

In this role, you’ll bring mechanical concepts to life—transforming customer specifications into high‑quality designs that support essential energy infrastructure. You’ll work with 2D and 3D design tools, solve meaningful technical challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance and customer satisfaction.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy creative problem‑solving, and want to build solutions that support a more sustainable energy future, this role offers room to grow, lead, and make a visible impact.

How you’ll make an impact

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering design activities.
  • Create and modify drawings, Bills of Materials, and technical documentation.
  • Lead and participate in design and customer specification reviews.
  • Provide timely mechanical engineering support across teams.
  • Support customer inquiries with clear, technically sound responses.
  • Contribute to vendor qualification, new component development, and testing.
  • Conduct analysis, design, and development work using 2D/3D tools for transformer products.
  • Mentor and guide early‑career engineering colleagues.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Creo, or similar 2D/3D modeling tools.
  • Experience working with industrial or engineering standards.
  • Knowledge of pad‑mounted transformer design (preferred).
  • Familiarity with IEEE and CSA standards for distribution transformers (preferred).

More about us

  • We are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through cutting‑edge technologies and global collaboration.
  • You’ll have opportunities for continuous learning, skills development, and career mobility across our worldwide organization.
  • We foster an inclusive, supportive environment where every voice contributes to meaningful innovation.

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.

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About Hitachi

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 smar

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