R&D Engineer - High Voltage Circuit Breakers 80 - 100% (f/m/d
The opportunity
For our Business Unit High Voltage Products in Zurich-Oerlikon, we are looking for an R&D Engineer to strengthen our team for High Voltage Circuit Breakers development. If you are passionate about solving highly complex multi-physical problems and want to work with world-leading experts to develop best-in-class High Voltage Circuit Breakers, this is your chance. Join our innovative team and be part of an international working environment in Zurich.
How you'll make an impact
Execute product-development-related engineering activities for specific R&D projects from concept to series implementation, ensuring technical alignment with cross-functional experts and project stakeholders
Support the Design Lead in product development topics and ensure structured documentation of development activities
Plan and supervise assembly, disassembly and inspection of prototypes together with other experts
Contribute to the continuous improvement of R&D processes and activities
Your background
Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related subject from a Polytechnical/Technical University
Working experience in an R&D environment is a plus
Experience in project management is a plus
Good know-how in 3D CAD and FEM software tools required
High expectations on quality of work in all regards
Independent, proactive and goal-oriented personality
Practically oriented and hands‑on way of working
Self‑motivated, committed, willing to learn
Excellent command of English and German, both written and spoken
More about us
At Hitachi Energy, our culture is built on collaboration, diversity and continuous learning. We believe that the best ideas come from working together across cultures and disciplines, embracing different perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage curiosity and innovation, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping a sustainable energy future.
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.
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