Electrical R&D Engineer - Transformers

The Opportunity

Are you ready to power the future with purpose? At Hitachi Energy, we're searching for an innovative and detail-focused Electrical R&D Engineer to join our Liquid-Filled Distribution Transformers team. This is your chance to help shape the next generation of transformer technology-advancing reliability, sustainability, and performance in power distribution worldwide.

In this role, you'll collaborate with a global network of experts, turning forward-thinking concepts into cutting-edge prototypes. You'll have the freedom to explore new ideas, solve complex design challenges, and influence products that directly support a more sustainable energy future.

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

If you're energized by creative electrical design, passionate about R&D, and eager to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to welcome you to our collaborative, future-driven team.

• Contribute inventive electrical design ideas to R&D projects
• Lead or support initiatives aligned with time, cost, and quality objectives
• Coordinate prototype manufacturing and testing activities
• Design and execute experiments to validate technical solutions
• Document project progress and develop design rules from findings
• Participate in intellectual property discussions and risk evaluations
• Provide technical support to factories, marketing teams, and customers
• Collaborate with global R&D peers to optimize electrical designs
• Support cost-out initiatives and design portfolio development for the South Boston location

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, ideally within transformers
• R&D experience in a business or industrial environment is beneficial
• Knowledge of magnetic, dielectric, or thermal design preferred
• Familiarity with FEM or 2D circuit-simulation tools is advantageous
• Strong communication skills and a creative, solution-oriented mindset

• We champion innovation, collaboration, and sustainability across everything we do
• We offer global career pathways, continuous learning, and a culture of inclusion
• We empower individuals to grow, experiment, and shape the future of energy