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R&D Designer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

R&D Designer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Zurich, Switzerland

The opportunity

For our Business Unit High Voltage Products in Zurich-Oerlikon, we are looking for an R&D Designer (f/m/d) to strengthen our R&D Team for High Voltage Circuit Breakers development.

In this role, you will be contributing to design and product development activities in our CAD/PLM landscape for ongoing R&D. Within this setting you will need to implement innovative by working together with engineers and other designers across our global organization, and be responsible for 3D/2D model data for the assigned projects to enhance our virtual product development from prototype to serial production.

Are you looking for technical challenges in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a fast understanding of technical topics and like to navigate through diverse opinions to find a commonly agreed solution? Are you keen on solving highly complex problems, together with the world's leading experts to develop the best-in-class High Voltage Circuit Breakers? We then have the right job opportunity for you! Join our team and be part of an innovative working culture within an international working environment in Zurich.

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How you'll make an impact

In this position you will join the design team with various responsibilities, such as:

  • Take responsibility for the 3D/2D CAD/PLM implementation from concept design to series production within product development projects on high voltage switching devices
  • Create, modify and analyze the design of selected components and assemblies of switching devices in close collaboration with R&D Engineers, and collaborate and support other project stakeholders, such as supply chain and product care
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our CAD/PLM/SAP related processes and activities and drive the overall model quality
  • Successfully completed apprenticeship as Konstrukteur/in EFZ

Your background

  • Excellent know-how in CAD/PLM systems, ideally PTC CREO and PTC Windchill
  • Good Knowledge in SAP/Office
  • High expectations on quality of work in all regards
  • Independent, proactive and goal-oriented personality
  • Practically oriented and hands-on way of working
  • Team-player, committed, willing to learn
  • Good command of German both written and spoken

Apply now

Client-provided location(s): Zürich, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-136234
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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