Senior Design Tool Development Engineer

Hitachi • Earth City, MO

55d

About The Position

The Opportunity Join a team that's shaping the future of power transformer design. At Hitachi Energy, we're looking for a passionate and innovative engineer to lead the development of advanced 3D mechanical design tools. This role is a key driver in our North American Engineering team's mission to automate and optimize design workflows using PTC Creo. If you thrive in a collaborative, global environment and are excited by the challenge of transforming engineering processes, this is your chance to make a real impact. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help harmonize design standards across multiple manufacturing sites. Your work will directly support our commitment to engineering excellence and sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in power transformers
• Advanced proficiency in PTC Creo
• Strong understanding of DFMA principles and transformer manufacturing processes
• Experience with FEA tools like ANSYS or Creo Simulate
• Legal authorization to work in the country where the role is based

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain parametric 3D models and drawings in PTC Creo
• Automate design workflows using Creo tools like Pro/PROGRAM, relations, and notebooks
• Deliver updates, patches, and enhancements in response to engineering team needs
• Collaborate globally to align tools with platform standards and best practices
• Perform FEA simulations and integrate analytical models into design tools
• Lead usability and performance improvements across sites
• Provide training, documentation, and support for engineering teams
• Support the rollout of Windchill PLM tools
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees