Senior
Senior Transformer Engineer
Location: Earth City, Missouri, United States
Job ID: R0136196
Date Posted: 2026-07-07
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: Yes
Job Description:
Senior Transformer Engineer
The Opportunity
Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Hitachi Energy is seeking a passionate and experienced Transformer Engineer to join our Transformer Services US engineering team. Whether you're based in Nashville, TN, Earth City, MO, Crystal Springs, MS, or prefer to work remotely, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, delivering top-notch technical solutions and support. With up to 20% travel, you'll have the chance to make a significant impact while exploring new places.
How You'll Make an Impact
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Provide expert solutions to technical inquiries from operations and the quotation team.
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Serve as the subject matter expert for field repair and testing.
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Create and review test trip packs, validate test data, and compile reports.
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Offer 24/7 technical support to field crews across all US time zones.
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Mentor and guide less experienced colleagues.
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Conduct life and condition assessments, thermal studies, and internal inspections.
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Participate in root cause analysis studies and create repair scope of work procedures.
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Prepare and present customer training sessions.
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Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
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Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
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Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of experience, or a combination of education and Transformer experience. Electrical studies preferred.
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Experience in design and execution as an electrical engineer with transformers.
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Knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, IEC, NEMA).
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Experience in repairing medium and large power oil-filled transformers from multiple OEMs.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and AutoCAD.
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Strong initiative, creativity, attention to detail, and communication skills.
More About Us
Working at Hitachi Energy offers the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to service solutions that support the reliability and performance of the power grid.
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Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
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A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
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Access to learning platforms and career development programs
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Competitive health and retirement benefits
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Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
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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