Senior R&D Engineer

Location: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job ID: R0134602 Date Posted: 2026-06-30 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy’s High Voltage Products Business Unit and help shape the future of electrical power systems. As part of the Technology Center North America, you will contribute to the development and optimization of metal-enclosed high voltage circuit breakers—critical components that ensure safe, reliable energy distribution across substations worldwide. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a highly skilled, cross-functional team driving innovation in electro-mechanical systems. You’ll work on advanced R&D initiatives, tackle real-world engineering challenges, and support the delivery of leading-edge solutions that enable a more sustainable and resilient grid. This is an opportunity to expand your technical expertise, influence product development, and make a meaningful contribution to the energy transition. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you'll make an impact Contribute to international R&D projects as a technical specialist or work-package lead

Develop and enhance products using innovative engineering techniques

Support business operations with timely and effective technical solutions

Perform and support mechanical and electrical testing activities

Create, review, and improve technical reports and documentation

Assist in supplier qualification and maintain technical standards

Identify intellectual property risks and support patent-related activities

Mentor early-career engineers and encourage innovation

Your background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 3-5 years of experience in the electro-mechanical industry; high voltage experience preferred

• Proficiency with CAD and 3D modeling tools (e.g., PTC Creo or similar)

• Strong communication, presentation, and documentation skills

• Ability to collaborate across global, cross-functional teams

• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities

• More about us Be part of a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future

• Grow through continuous learning, mentorship, and career development

• Thrive in an inclusive, collaborative, and innovation-driven culture

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO, paid holidays

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

• 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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