Mechanical Engineer

Hitachi - Raleigh, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Raleigh, NC

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Mechanical Engineering position at Hitachi Energy involves researching, planning, designing, and developing mechanical products and systems, particularly in the transformer industry. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and factories across the US and Canada, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality project outputs. The position emphasizes independent work with minimal supervision and includes responsibilities such as coaching entry-level engineers and adhering to core values of safety and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time delivery of work and projects assigned with high-quality output.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and transformer factories across the US and Canada for assigned projects.
• Visit factories based on project requirements.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Collect project details and conduct multiple trials for standardization.
• Coach and train entry-level engineers and interns.

Requirements

• BE/B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4 to 7 years of experience in the transformer industry, preferably in distribution transformers up to 69kV class.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing processes of 3-phase and single-phase oil-filled distribution transformers.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D modeling tools like AutoCAD, Creo, SolidWorks, or Inventor.
• Familiarity with IEEE/DOE standards.
• 3D modeling and structural knowledge of pad-mounted transformers and wound core transformers, including optimization techniques and cost analysis.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of ANSYS for thermal and structural analysis is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the transformer industry specifically related to distribution transformers.
• Familiarity with optimization techniques and cost analysis in mechanical design.