Junior Secondary Design Engineer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity

We are looking for a Secondary Design Engineer to join our GIS engineering team. This role is ideal for candidates who have completed an apprenticeship (EFZ) in electrical engineering, automation, or a related discipline and have gained 2-3 years of experience in engineering design or drafting.

As part of our engineering team, you will create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation for high-voltage GIS substation projects. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, project managers, and global engineering teams while developing your expertise in engineering standards, tools, and technologies. The role offers a clear development path towards greater technical ownership and responsibility within an international engineering environment.

How you'll make an impact

• Prepare schematics and related engineering documents for GIS secondary engineering scopes, including LCC and digital substation applications
• Support engineering execution across project phases, from base design and detail design through manufacturing documentation and as-built updates
• Create preliminary BOMs, reports, and manufacturing documents using approved engineering tools and standard processes
• Perform structured self-checks and contribute to technically correct, high-quality, and standard-compliant deliverables
• Support technical clarifications with internal stakeholders, project teams, and factories, and help document and close open points
• Contribute to continuous improvement, standardization, and engineering best practices, including participation in relevant expert communities
• Apply internal guidelines, engineering standards, and quality requirements while supporting safe and efficient project execution

Your background

• Completed apprenticeship (EFZ) as an Electrical Draftsman, Automation Technician, Electrical Technician, or a comparable electrical engineering qualification
• 2-3 years of professional experience in electrical engineering design, drafting, automation, or engineering project execution
• Further education such as Technician School (HF), Technical College, or equivalent continuing education is preferred
• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering may be considered, but this role is intentionally targeted at technicians and engineering professionals with hands-on design experience rather than advanced academic profiles
• Good understanding of electrical engineering principles and interest in high-voltage substations and GIS technology
• Ability to read, understand, and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation
• Experience with CAD or engineering software is required
• Structured and reliable working style with attention to detail
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Good English skills; German is an advantage

More about us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all. You will work in a collaborative and international environment where innovation, learning, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.

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Client-provided location(s): Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-222426

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-23T20:38:56