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Hitachi ABB Power Grids lists this R&D Expert Professional – Electromagnetic & Short-Circuit Behavior for DTR Liquid-filled Distri[...] opportunity in jefferson city, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
R&D Expert Professional – Electromagnetic & Short-Circuit Behavior for DTR Liquid-filled Distribution Transformers
Step into a high-impact role at Hitachi Energy where deep technical expertise meets global collaboration. As a recognized authority in transformer performance, you will shape the future of load loss optimization and short-circuit resilience—two critical pillars of efficient, reliable energy systems. This role offers the chance to influence design standards, guide innovation, and elevate engineering excellence across a global network. You will collaborate with diverse teams, contribute to cutting‑edge R&D initiatives, and help embed best‑in‑class practices that drive performance and sustainability. You will also be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How you'll make an impact
Serve as global expert on load losses and short‑circuit forces
Guide engineering teams through coaching and knowledge sharing
Contribute to R&D projects as Technical Lead or key team member
Develop transformer designs, models, and technical documentation
Perform electromagnetic simulations and analytical calculations
Define and execute validation experiments
Analyze test results and convert insights into design standards
Support root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Your background
Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
10–15+ years in transformer design or R&D environments
Strong expertise in load losses, eddy currents, and leakage flux
Deep understanding of short‑circuit forces and electromechanics
Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools (e.g., FEM)
Proven success in R&D delivery, problem‑solving, and failure analysis
Additional information
Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
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Job type: Full time
Experience: Experienced
Job function: Engineering & Science
Contract: Regular
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Reference number: R
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonising the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
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Worksite address
jefferson city, MO, 65109, US
Who can apply
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