The opportunity Join Hitachi Energy in Jefferson City, MO, and lead a talented team shaping the future of power distribution. As our Engineering Team Leader, you’ll oversee the design and development of single-phase and three-phase pad-mounted distribution transformers—products that power communities and industries across the country. You’ll guide a team of 30+ engineers and designers, drive innovation, and collaborate directly with customers to deliver high-quality, customized solutions. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your leadership fuels progress and your ideas spark transformation.

How You'll Make An Impact

- Lead and inspire a diverse team of electrical and mechanical engineers and designers.

- Oversee design activities for quoting and production of pad-mounted and Unit SUB transformers.

- Manage budgets and deliver on cost-reduction and product development goals.

- Ensure timely delivery of designs and drawings aligned with customer specifications.

- Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and engineering processes.

- Support manufacturing operations with engineering expertise.

- Engage directly with customers to resolve design issues and enhance product performance.

- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

- Minimum of 12 years of engineering experience, including team leadership.

- Proven track record in project management and process optimization.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Experience in a manufacturing or factory setting.

- Preferred: Experience in transformer design or power industry engineering.

More About Us

- At Hitachi Energy, we’re advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.

- We offer opportunities for growth, learning, and leadership in a global organization.

- Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives and empowers every team member to thrive.

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 decarbonizing 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.