R&D Electrical Engineer
Job Description
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job ID:
R0137491
Date Posted:
2026-08-28
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The Opportunity
Are
you
passionate
about
using
advanced
simulation
technologies
to
shape
the
future
of
energy
solutions?
Hitachi
Energy
is
looking
for
a
R&D Electrical
Engineer
to
join
our
global
Multi-physics
Simulation
Team
within
the
Transformers
business.
In this exciting role, you will help drive the development of next-generation dry-type and liquid-filled distribution and traction transformers through cutting-edge circuit-level, electromagnetic, and multi-physics simulations. Working
alongside
a
diverse
network
of
R&D,
engineering,
testing,
and
product
development
professionals,
you
will
play
a
key
role
in
accelerating
innovation
and
enabling
smarter,
more
efficient
product
development.
This position offers the opportunity to influence product performance from the earliest design stages by leveraging simulation-driven methodologies to predict outcomes, reduce development risks, and support a shift-left approach to engineering.
You
will
contribute
to
the
development
of
new
technologies,
advanced
modeling
techniques,
and
automated
simulation
workflows
that
help
bring
reliable,
high-performing
transformer
solutions
to
customers
worldwide.
If
you
thrive
in
a
collaborative
international
environment,
enjoy
solving
complex
technical
challenges,
and
are
motivated
by
innovation,
this
is
your
opportunity
to
make
a
meaningful
impact
on
the
future
of
electrification.
Responsible
to
ensure
compliance
with
applicable
external
and
internal
regulations,
procedures,
and
guidelines.
How
You'll
Make
an
Impact
Perform
circuit-level,
electromagnetic,
and
multi-physics
simulations
for
dry-type
and
liquid-filled
distribution
and
traction
transformers.
Analyze
transformer
performance,
including
losses,
impedance,
leakage
fields,
transient
behavior,
inductances,
and
short-circuit
forces.
Support
simulation-driven
product
development
strategies
that
enable
early
design
validation
and
prediction
of
factory
test
results.
Develop
and
maintain
automated
simulation
workflows
and
engineering
tools
to
improve
efficiency
and
accuracy.
Advance
innovative
multi-physics
methodologies
by
integrating
electrical,
structural,
thermomechanical,
and
acoustic
simulations.
Contribute
to
feasibility
studies,
technology
assessments,
and
the
development
of
new
products
and
technical
concepts.
Support
prototype
validation
and
testing
activities
to
verify
simulation
models
and
enhance
product
performance.
Share
technical
expertise
through
design
guidelines,
internal
training,
and
close
collaboration
with
engineering
and
design
teams.
Your
Background
M.Sc.
or
Ph.D.
in
Electrical
Engineering.
Professional
experience
in
electrical
engineering;
experience
related
to
transformer
design
is
highly
valued.
Strong
knowledge
of
circuit
theory,
electromagnetics,
and
transformer
physics.
Experience
with
electromagnetic
finite
element
analysis
(FEA)
tools
such
as
ANSYS
Maxwell,
COMSOL
Multiphysics,
Altair
Flux,
FEMM,
or
similar
platforms.
Knowledge
of
simulation
and
programming
tools
such
as
LTspice,
PSpice,
PowerFactory,
ETAP,
Python,
MATLAB,
or
C#.
Strong
analytical,
communication,
and
collaboration
skills,
with
the
ability
to
work
effectively
in
a
global
environment
and
willingness
to
travel
as
needed.
What
We
Offer
Comprehensive
Health
Coverage
–
Medical,
dental,
vision,
and
prescription
plans
Retirement
Savings
–
401(k)
with
company
match
and
additional
contributions
Paid
Time
Off
–
Flexible
PTO,
paid
holidays
Professional
Growth
–
Tuition
reimbursement
and
continuous
learning
programs
Family
Support
–
Parental
leave,
adoption
assistance,
and
fertility
benefits
More
About
Us
Join
a
global
technology
leader
committed
to
advancing
a
sustainable
energy
future
through
innovation,
collaboration,
and
operational
excellence.
Grow
your
career
through
challenging
projects,
continuous
learning
opportunities,
and
access
to
a
worldwide
network
of
technical
experts
and
industry
leaders.
Be
part
of
an
inclusive
culture
where
diverse
perspectives
are
valued
and
where
every
team
member
is
empowered
to
make
a
meaningful
impact.
Background
Screening
and
Security
Checks
As
part
of
the
hiring
process,
Hitachi
Energy
conducts
pre-employment
background
checks
that
may
include
verification
of
employment
history,
education,
criminal
records,
and
other
relevant
information,
in
accordance
with
applicable
laws.
For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or
security
screenings
may
be
required.
These
may
include,
but
are
not
limited
to,
enhanced
criminal
history
checks,
credit
history
reviews
(where
legally
permissible),
sanctions
screening,
or
other
due
diligence
measures
aligned
with
the
responsibilities
of
the
position.
The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on
the
nature
of
the
role
and
business
necessity
and
will
always
be
conducted
in
compliance
with
applicable
federal,
state,
and
local
laws.
Candidates
will
be
notified
and,
where
required,
asked
to
provide
consent
prior
to
the
initiation
of
any
such
checks.
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