The opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future for all by empowering the brightest minds to push technological boundaries. Join a diverse global community that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and purpose.
We are looking for an experienced R&D Team Lead with a strong background in power semiconductor technologies and a proven track record in leading and developing high‑performing R&D teams.
How You’ll Make An Impact
* Lead, manage, and develop a team of R&D engineers, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and accountable team culture
* Take full responsibility for team delivery, including resource planning, performance management, and team development
* Own the end‑to‑end development of bipolar semiconductor devices, from concept to manufacturing transfer
* Define and execute R&D strategies aligned with business goals and technology roadmaps
* Drive innovation in materials, device architectures, and fabrication processes
* Collaborate closely with process engineering, product management, and manufacturing to ensure successful industrialization
* Actively monitor emerging technologies and market trends in power semiconductors
* Guide and review technical work, ensuring high quality standards and technical excellence
* Oversee project execution, including timelines, budget, and risk management
* Prepare and review technical documentation, presentations, and patent applications
Your background
* PhD or master’s degree in physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline with strong grounding in semiconductor device physics
* Several years of experience in semiconductor R&D, including proven experience in leading and managing R&D teams
* Solid track record in people management, including performance management, coaching, and team development
* Extensive hands‑on experience in power semiconductor devices (e.g. IGBTs, power MOSFETs, diodes, thyristors) or related applications
* Demonstrated ability to drive technical delivery through others in a complex R&D environment
* Strong interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
* Experience in managing cross‑functional teams and influencing without authority
* Strong ownership mindset with the ability to balance technical depth and leadership responsibilities
* Passion for developing people, driving innovation, and building high‑performing teams
We offer
* Discounted conditions in our daycare centres in Baden and Oerlikon
* Extra days off between Christmas and New Year
* 50% discount on main courses at our FELFEL fridges
* Discounts on memberships at various fitness centres
* Attractive pension benefits with our company pension fund
* Promotion of diversity and inclusion
* Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within 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 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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