Controls Design Engineer

Overview

Are you ready to power the future of energy? At Hitachi Energy, we’re looking for a passionate Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team in Alamo and help shape the next generation of transformer systems. This is your chance to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, collaborate across disciplines, and solve complex engineering challenges that make a real impact. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

If you're driven by purpose and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the opportunity for you.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Design and evaluate electrical systems, wiring schematics, and logic for transformer controls.

• Prepare technical documentation including specifications, BOMs, panel layouts, and assembly drawings.

• Lead investigations into technical issues and develop actionable solutions.

• Analyze customer requirements and contribute to product development.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex challenges.

• Drive initiatives that improve operations and elevate customer experience.

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

Your Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Automation Engineering, or related field.

• 2–5 years of experience in control systems, automation, or transformer technologies.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, CREO, and E3; experience with Windchill or PLM software is a plus.

• Hands-on experience with panel design, wiring schematics, and control cabinet troubleshooting.

• Familiarity with SCADA, IEC 61850, and motor drive programming.

• Knowledge of industry standards and engineering best practices.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we’re committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.

• We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, learning, and global impact.

• Join a team where your ideas matter and your work drives real-world transformation.

Location:

Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America

Job type:
Full time

Experience:

Experienced

Job function:
Engineering & Science

Contract:

Regular

Publication date:

Reference number: R0082127

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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