What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanial Design Engineer position at Hitachi Energy?
The opportunity
Step into a role where engineering meets impact. As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Hitachi Energy, you’ll help shape the future of power infrastructure by designing robust, high‑performance transformers that keep industries and communities running. This is an opportunity to contribute to complex, meaningful projects—from concept through production—while collaborating with cross‑functional experts in a dynamic, innovation‑driven environment.
You’ll work on the design and development of critical transformer components, applying your creativity and technical expertise to solve real‑world challenges in performance, reliability, manufacturability, and sustainability. Whether advancing cutting‑edge cooling solutions or optimizing structural integrity, your work will directly support the delivery of safe, efficient, and future‑ready energy systems.
At Hitachi Energy, curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and continuous improvement is part of everyday work. If you thrive on technical challenges and want to make a tangible difference in the energy transition, this is your chance to grow your career in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.
How you’ll make an impact
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. 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 Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method.
For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website.
Step into a role where engineering meets impact. As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Hitachi Energy, you’ll help shape the future of power infrastructure by designing robust, high‑performance transformers that keep industries and communities running. This is an opportunity to contribute to complex, meaningful projects—from concept through production—while collaborating with cross‑functional experts in a dynamic, innovation‑driven environment.
You’ll work on the design and development of critical transformer components, applying your creativity and technical expertise to solve real‑world challenges in performance, reliability, manufacturability, and sustainability. Whether advancing cutting‑edge cooling solutions or optimizing structural integrity, your work will directly support the delivery of safe, efficient, and future‑ready energy systems.
At Hitachi Energy, curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and continuous improvement is part of everyday work. If you thrive on technical challenges and want to make a tangible difference in the energy transition, this is your chance to grow your career in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.
How you’ll make an impact
- Design and develop mechanical components for power and distribution transformers
- Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models aligned with specifications
- Perform calculations for strength, vibration, thermal expansion, and structural integrity
- Partner with electrical engineers to deliver optimized, integrated designs
- Support manufacturing teams with technical guidance and design improvements
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and FMEA activities
- Collaborate with suppliers on material selection and component validation
- Contribute to testing, troubleshooting, and continuous product improvement
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 5 years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in transformers or heavy equipment
- Strong knowledge of materials, fabrication methods, and mechanical design principles
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Creo, or Inventor
- Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, CSA)
- Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving and attention to detail
- Work on impactful technologies that advance the global energy transition
- Access continuous learning opportunities and career growth pathways
- Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and diverse perspectives
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. 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 Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method.
For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website.