Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Job ID: R0151018 Date Posted: 2026-11-13 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: Yes Job Description: The Opportunity Are you ready to shape the future of energy infrastructure? Hitachi Energy is looking for a Senior Transformer Applications Engineer to drive the successful application, promotion, and development of world-class power transformer solutions. In this influential role, you will work at the intersection of engineering, product management, business development, and customer engagement to deliver innovative solutions that support the evolving needs of the power industry. As a trusted technical expert, you will leverage your deep knowledge of power transformers to influence product strategy, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen customer relationships. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop market-leading solutions, solve complex technical challenges, and support customers throughout the product lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled and commercially minded engineer who enjoys combining innovation, customer engagement, and strategic thinking to create lasting business impact. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. How You'll Make an Impact Serve as the technical expert for power transformer applications and customer solutions. Identify and develop new business opportunities that expand market presence and revenue. Collaborate with product management, sales, and business development teams to define growth strategies. Support product positioning by analyzing market trends, customer needs, and industry developments. Evaluate new products, product enhancements, and emerging business opportunities. Lead complex engineering studies, simulations, and technical analyses to resolve customer challenges. Engage directly with customers to address critical technical issues and develop action plans. Represent Hitachi Energy at customer meetings, industry events, and technical conferences. Your Background Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. 5-8 years of experience in power transformer design, application engineering, or related disciplines. Strong knowledge of power transformer design, manufacturing, testing, and installation. Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional business teams. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and business decisions. Preferred: Master's degree and experience with power/distribution transformers, transformer components, and digital solutions. More About Us Join a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovative grid and power solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams, industry experts, and customers on impactful projects around the world. Grow your career through continuous learning, professional development opportunities, and pathways for technical and leadership advancement. 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 rolesâparticularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functionsâadditional 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. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. 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These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Hitachi brings together the worldâs greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities â and drive innovation for a better future. Thatâs why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the worldâs biggest challenges. Our people love technology â and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. 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