Controls Design Engineer

Hitachi • South Boston, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Controls Design Engineer to design, develop, and implement controls and monitoring panels for power transformers, with a focus on performance and reliability. The role develops detailed controls designs and specifications, produces electrical schematics and panel layouts, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems. It also supports functional testing, on-site startup and calibration, troubleshooting, technical documentation, and design reviews to ensure project requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance are met.

The position reports to the Raleigh, North Carolina office and is preferably located at the Crystal Springs Factory. Travel to other Hitachi factories may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in controls or panel design, programming, and implementation in an industrial environment.
• Experience with electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
• Solid knowledge of electrical schematics, PID control, and motor control principles.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of IEEE, UL508, and NFPA70 standards.
• Basic understanding of industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus TCP/IP.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to travel to other Hitachi factories when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine controls designs, including hardware and software specifications, for power transformers.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD software.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, and project managers to integrate control systems.
• Develop and support functional testing plans for new control cabinets, including on-site startup, calibration, and performance tuning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot existing control panels, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Keep up with emerging controls technologies and industry practices, and propose and implement innovative solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, including functional specifications, test plans, and work instructions.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to ensure designs meet project requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level