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Lead Electrical Engineer - Data Center

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
Remote
Benefits
Disability Insurance
Career Development

Job Description

Location:

Remote - North Carolina, United States

Job ID:

R0123405

Date Posted:

2026-04-09

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Data Center Transformer Specialist and help shape the electrical backbone of the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure. In this role, you’ll become a trusted expert driving the electrical design, performance optimization, and standardization of power transformers engineered specifically for hyperscale and colocation data centers.

You’ll collaborate across global engineering, manufacturing, and customer‑facing teams to deliver robust, efficient, and scalable transformer solutions that power cloud services, AI growth, and high‑availability digital ecosystems.

If you thrive in a fast‑growing sector, love solving complex engineering challenges, and want to influence next‑generation data center technologies, this is your chance to make a meaningful global impact—while advancing your career in an innovative, people‑centered organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Lead electrical design for advanced data center transformers, including winding concepts, losses, insulation, and performance optimization.
  • Develop calculations, simulations, and engineering documentation for bids and execution.
  • Align designs with IEEE, IEC, and customer‑specific requirements.
  • Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, cooling, and system engineering teams.
  • Participate in customer design reviews and present engineering rationale.
  • Support testing, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive innovation and standardization in materials, design methods, and digital enhancements.
  • Provide technical input for tenders, vendor evaluations, and project delivery.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
  • 10+ years of electrical engineering experience, ideally with power transformers or data center applications.
  • Deep knowledge of transformer electrical design, insulation systems, losses, and short‑circuit behavior.
  • Strong understanding of IEEE/IEC transformer standards.
  • Experience collaborating across global, multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
  • Familiarity with analysis and simulation tools such as Trafostar/Spectra.

More About Us

  • We empower our people with global opportunities for growth, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • We are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future and enabling technologies that benefit society.
  • We foster an inclusive, flexible, and collaborative environment where every voice matters.

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.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. 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.

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FAQs About Lead Electrical Engineer - Data Center Jobs at Hitachi

What is the work location for this position at Hitachi?
This job at Hitachi is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Hitachi?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Hitachi?
Hitachi lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Hitachi?
Hitachi is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
Does Hitachi allow remote work for this role?
Yes, this position at Hitachi supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by Hitachi for this role?
Hitachi offers following benefits: Disability Insurance and Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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