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

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as an R&D Electrical Engineer and become part of a forward-thinking team driving innovation in high-voltage bushing technology. In this role, you'll tackle complex engineering challenges, contribute to the development of next-generation energy solutions, and help bring new products to market. Collaborate with talented engineers, expand your expertise, and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy.

How you'll make an impact

• Take ownership of diverse engineering tasks within R&D projects, applying your technical expertise and independent problem-solving skills
• Understand key business drivers and use this insight to deliver impactful results aligned with Hitachi Energy's goals
• Contribute innovative ideas to ongoing projects and propose new initiatives within your technical domain
• Act as a valuable team member or sub-project leader, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in energy systems, and apply this knowledge to improve operations and customer satisfaction
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, share your expertise, and support the team in delivering high-quality outcomes
• Participate in engineering networks to grow your visibility and knowledge in your area of specialization
• Understand the importance of intellectual property (IP), contribute to IP discussions, and identify potential risks in R&D projects

Your background

• Master's degree in electrical engineering
• 2-5 years of experience in R&D within a business environment
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Solid understanding of energy systems and transformers; experience with bushings is a plus
• Ability to align R&D activities with business processes and strategic goals
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Awareness of intellectual property considerations in the R&D lifecycle
• Open-minded, collaborative, creative, and eager to learn

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Client-provided location(s): Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-148445

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-09T01:26:38