Electrical R&D Engineer - Transformers

Are you ready to power the future with purpose? At Hitachi Energy, we're seeking a creative and detail-driven Electrical R&D Engineer to join our Liquid-Filled Distribution Transformers team. This is your chance to be at the forefront of innovation-designing, testing, and developing next-generation transformer technologies that support a more sustainable energy future.

You'll work alongside a global network of engineers and stakeholders, contributing to cutting-edge R&D projects that shape the future of power distribution. From concept to prototype, your ideas will help solve complex technical challenges and bring new products to life.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

If you're passionate about electrical design and eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our collaborative and forward-thinking team.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Contribute innovative electrical design ideas to R&D projects

• Lead or support R&D initiatives, ensuring alignment with time, cost, and quality goals

• Coordinate prototype manufacturing and testing activities

• Define and execute Design of Experiments to validate solutions

• Document project progress and derive design rules from results

• Engage in intellectual property discussions and risk identification

• Provide technical support to factories, marketing teams, and customers

• Collaborate with global R&D teams to optimize electrical design.

• Contribute to product cost out improvements foreseen under R&D projects and dedicated to Jefferson City location. Support development of design portfolio manufactured in Jeff City.

Your Background

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in transformers

• Experience in R&D within a business environment is a plus

• Knowledge of magnetic, dielectric, or thermal design preferred

• Familiarity with FEM or 2D circuit simulation tools is beneficial

• Strong communication skills and a creative, solution-oriented mindset

More About Us

• We champion innovation, collaboration, and sustainability

• We offer global career growth, continuous learning, and a culture of inclusion