.R&D Engineer Switchgear Monitoring & Automation 80 - 100% (f/m/d) page is loaded## R&D Engineer Switchgear Monitoring & Automation 80 - 100% (f/m/d)locations: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerlandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0114592**Location:**Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland**Job ID:**R0114592**Date Posted:**2026-01-17**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY LTD**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity**Hitachi Energy, High Voltage Products is renowned worldwide as a specialist in components for power transmission and power distribution. Within the area of High Voltage Products, the Technology Center Switzerland is responsible – as part of a global development organization – for the development and optimization of products like Gas Insulated Switchgear, Generator Circuit Breakers, Surge Arresters, High Voltage Interrupter Chambers, Insulation Components as well as Control and Monitoring solutions.**How you’ll make an impact*** Development and maintenance of control and monitoring products (Hardware, Firmware) - Integration and testing of digital monitoring solutions and sensors* Setting up and running automated testing environments* Maintenance and support activities for active digital products* Contributing to development projects for future digital products* Support for customer-specific adaptations of active products* Maintain and expand all necessary skills to master new technologies* Support of engineering, production, sales and product management on quality issues**Your background*** Degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Engineering or a related field* Work experience in research and development in the field of control and communication technology* Experience in electronics and firmware development and simulation (e.g. LTSPICE)* Experience with test automation tools and scripts* Experience with integrated development environments* PLC experience would be beneficial* Experience with Matlab, Python* Good language skills in English, both verbal and written – at least basic language skills in German* Exciting and varied tasks with great creative freedom - Flexible working hours* Attractive training and development opportunities* Interesting and varied activities/projects* Well-established and dynamic team* Open corporate culture## 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 on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## This 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.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. #J-18808-Ljbffr