Production Design Assistant Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

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The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and help advance a sustainable energy future for all. We power homes, schools, hospitals, and industries worldwide. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll work on innovative projects that make a real difference in communities and society. Bring your creativity, your technical expertise, and your passion for collaboration to a global team where diversity and innovation drive success. This role is based in Raleigh, NC, with occasional travel to our U.S. and Canadian manufacturing facilities.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Design mechanical components for distribution transformers and related products.
• Prepare detailed designs and documentation aligned with project requirements.
• Develop innovative concepts to meet customer needs.
• Collaborate across teams-sales, supply chain, manufacturing-for seamless execution.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality.
• Evaluate design performance and cost accuracy to ensure efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and solve complex engineering challenges.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of design engineering experience in the power industry; transformer experience preferred.
• Skilled in CREO, 3D modeling, simulations, and finite element analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL, CSA).
• Strong understanding of design-to-cost and design-to-manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in MS Office; SAP experience is a plus.

More About Us

• We are committed to advancing sustainable energy and creating innovative solutions.
• You'll join a collaborative, inclusive team that values diversity and professional growth.
• Enjoy opportunities to learn, develop, and make a global impact.
• Background Screening and Security Checks
  As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
  For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
  The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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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