Test Engineer at Hitachi

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Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America Job ID: R0149059 Date Posted: 2026-10-21 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Electrical Test Engineer The opportunity Are you passionate about technology, quality, and solving complex engineering challenges? Join Hitachi Energy as an Electrical Test Engineer and play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. In this hands-on role, you will lead and support critical testing activities within our Factory Test Room, working closely with customers, engineers, technical specialists, and manufacturing teams. From planning and executing factory acceptance, routine, design, and special tests to analyzing results and driving continuous improvement, you will have a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise, expand your knowledge of international testing standards, and contribute to innovative solutions that support the energy transition. You ll work in a collaborative environment that values safety, operational excellence, and continuous learning while providing opportunities to develop your career and make a meaningful difference. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy troubleshooting technical challenges, and are motivated by delivering high-quality results, we d love to hear from you. How you ll make an impact Plan, coordinate, and execute factory acceptance, routine, design, and special tests. Collaborate with customers and project teams to define testing requirements and schedules. Ensure all testing activities comply with applicable standards, regulations, and company procedures. Collect, verify, analyze, and securely maintain accurate test data and records. Prepare certified test reports and communicate results to internal and external stakeholders. Investigate test failures, perform root cause analyses, and support corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, safety, efficiency, and reliability. Mentor and support colleagues on testing procedures, standards, and best practices. Your background Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. Minimum 2 years of experience in testing, quality, or manufacturing environments. Knowledge of international standards and regulations such as IEC, IEEE, CSA, and ISO standards. Experience interpreting technical specifications and executing structured test procedures. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in failure analysis and corrective actions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with customers. More about us At Hitachi Energy, you ll be part of a global team advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. We invest in professional growth through technical training, mentorship, career development programs, and international opportunities. Our inclusive and supportive culture empowers everyone to share ideas, develop new skills, and build a rewarding long-term career. 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. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi s Global Data Privacy Notice.

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Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Engineering & Science
Electrical Test Engineer
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy troubleshooting technical challenges, and are motivated by delivering high-quality results, we d love to hear from you.
How you ll make an impact
Plan, coordinate, and execute factory acceptance, routine, design, and special tests.
Collaborate with customers and project teams to define testing requirements and schedules.
Ensure all testing activities comply with applicable standards, regulations, and company procedures.
Collect, verify, analyze, and securely maintain accurate test data and records.
Prepare certified test reports and communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.
Investigate test failures, perform root cause analyses, and support corrective actions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, safety, efficiency, and reliability.
Mentor and support colleagues on testing procedures, standards, and best practices.
Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 2 years of experience in testing, quality, or manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of international standards and regulations such as IEC, IEEE, CSA, and ISO standards.
Experience interpreting technical specifications and executing structured test procedures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in failure analysis and corrective actions.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with customers.
More about us
At Hitachi Energy, you ll be part of a global team advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.
We invest in professional growth through technical training, mentorship, career development programs, and international opportunities.
Our inclusive and supportive culture empowers everyone to share ideas, develop new skills, and build a rewarding long-term career.

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