Designer

Location:

Shanghai, China

Job ID:

R0116976

Date Posted:

2026-01-16

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SHANGHAI ELECTRICAL TRANSFORMER CO., LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy Transformer Business Unit in Greater China operates across 55 cities, employs over 1,900 staff, and manages 5 transformer manufacturing plants. More than 90% of its sales come from locally manufactured products. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of Transformers Products, Solutions and Services.  Transformers are essential in all electricity-related fields and applications, including power generation, transmission and distribution, oil, chemical and gas, industrial manufacturing, semiconductor and data centers, as well as building and transportation sectors.
 
Nearly half of our white-collar workforce comprises employees in engineering and scientific fields. Internally, we have targeted talent development programs for employees at different stages of their career development to build skills and competencies, foster training, support people to own career development, scale up organization for growth and execution.

How you’ll make an impact

1. You will develop and create detailed 2D and 3D designs, drawings, and models for various components and assemblies of electrical transformers, utilizing CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor) also interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and customer requirements to produce accurate and compliant designs.

2. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and R&D teams to ensure design feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and optimal performance also perform design calculations and simulations to validate design integrity and functionality.
3. You will generate bills of materials (BOMs) and support documentation for production also review and revise existing designs based on feedback, testing results, or updated standards.

4. You will participate in design reviews and contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives also ensure all designs comply with relevant international and national electrical standards (e.g., IEC, ANSI) and company internal quality procedures.

5. You will maintain organized design records and documentation within the company's data management systems.

6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

7. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. You hold a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related technical field.

2. 2+ years of professional experience in mechanical or electrical design, preferably within the heavy electrical equipment, power generation, or transformer manufacturing industry.

3. Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA).

4. Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes.

5. Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC, ANSI) for electrical equipment and transformers is highly desirable.

6. Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

7. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

8. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

9. Proficiency in written and spoken English is preferred due to international collaboration.

More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

1. Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2. Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3. Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4. Long service awards
5. Flexible Working(subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome  Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Percy Guan, WeChat: Percy_GUAN.

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