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Mechanical R&D Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Mechanical R&D Engineer

Raleigh, NC

Mechanical R&D Engineer

General Information

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Mechanical R&D Engineer for its Technology Center group. This position is a mechanical engineer role in an R&D team that is serving global technology development of the distribution transformer business. Our business is power equipment manufacturing which involves various business processes from engineering to manufacturing. This position will be in the office location. Candidates will be required to travel up to 15% (globally) based on project needs.

Your responsibilities

  • Analyze and validate structural analytical calculations.
  • Implement or modify formulas and optimization algorithms for mechanical structures in Hitachi Energy's proprietary design tool applications.
  • Work in a cross-discipline team, using an agile and/or waterfall development methodology that requires active participation in all team activities.
  • Actively follow/apply best practices, technologies, and Hitachi Energy standards to build high-quality products.
  • Participate in status reviews and provide input on potential problems.
  • Drive innovation, creating POC on new technologies.
  • Technical Standard creation and maintenance.
  • Work in multinational teams.
  • Escalate issues to the appropriate project or team manager as needed.

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Requirement and qualification

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 2 years of related experience.
  • Good understanding of structural analysis and optimization.
  • Analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Basic experience in programming.
  • Knowledge and experience with any of the following will be considered as an advantage: Visual Basic (Excel macros), Python, Creo Simulate, ANSYS, and Machine Learning.
  • 3D CAD (Creo Parametric Preferred)Familiar with modern project management tools and processes (Azure DevOps, Agile, etc.).
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

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Client-provided location(s): Raleigh, NC, USA; Blumenau, State of Santa Catarina, Brazil; Łódź, Poland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-120089
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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