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Intern - Automation & Digital engineering

CompanyHitachi
LocationHefei
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support the digitalization of the OLTC production line by coordinating IT systems and shopfloor OT equipment. Assist in optimizing CNC programming and integrating production equipment with PLC, robot interfaces, and MES systems.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
37338
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with 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. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
About the Role

Location:

Hefei, Anhui, China

Job ID:

R0132493

Date Posted:

2026-05-29

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY HEFEI TRANSFORMER CO., LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

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 support the construction and digitalization of the OLTC production line, including coordination between IT systems and shopfloor OT equipment.
2. You will assist in optimizing CNC programming and production-related system parameters to improve efficiency, stability, and standardization.
3. You will support integration and testing activities among production equipment, PLC/robot interfaces, ECS/MES, AGV, and automated warehouse-related systems, help collect, analyze, maintain production, equipment data, and support troubleshooting of basic system or interface issues.
4. You will assist in preparing technical documents, operating instructions, process records, and change tracking for IT/OT improvement projects, cooperate with engineering, production, quality, and IT teams to support continuous improvement and on-site project implementation.

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

6. 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. Bachelor's degree and above.

2. Major in automation/digital or electrical engineer related.

3. Good at office tools Word, Excel, PPT, PowerBI utilization.

4. Proficient in English communication.

More about us

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: Cherry Zhang, WeChat: cherryzhang2023.

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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.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Key Skills
AutomationDigital EngineeringCNC ProgrammingPLCRobot InterfacesECS/MESAGVAutomated Warehouse SystemsPowerBIEnglish CommunicationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint
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