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R&D Engineer

Yesterday Beijing, China

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world's firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally.

How you'll make an impact

1. You will extend working with global product technical support for life-cycle maintenance of High Voltage Switchgear: production, master data, quality case, design improvement, testing support and etc.

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2. You will develop HV switchgear products and solutions to meet all requirements for functionality, performance, reliability, serviceability, cost and manufacturability.

3. You will engage in product development process, including concept, design, prototype, test, documentation, supplier interfaces, manufacturing introduction and service support, also collaborate with cross-functions in design and solution development, including product management, quality, production operation, SCM...

4. You will design and create 3D models and 2D drawings proficiently, perform tolerance chain calculation and kinematic chain analysis and perform or check dielectric and mechanical calculation or simulation.

5. You will conduct design review, including DFMEA/DFM/DFA and conduct quality case (e.g. switching, insulation related, mechanical) root cause analysis with solid electrical and mechanical knowledge.

6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

7. Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. You hold a master's degree or above in Mechanical engineering or other related majors.

2. Experienced with manufacturing and fabrication processes, more than 3-year-experience mechanical design.

3. Rich experience in mechanical design and good skills with CAD tools like Creo, Solidworks and experienced at tolerance chain calculation and kinematic chain analysis.

4. Familiar with metal material properties and experienced in selection.

5. Self-motivated, innovative, structured and systematic thinking, good communication skills and team spirit.

6. Strong result-driven, high quality and high speed player, excellent learning ability is required.

7. Good oral/writing English preferred.

More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

1. Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2. Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3. Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4. Long service awards
5. Flexible Working(subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Miki Li, WeChat: MikiLi999.

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Client-provided location(s): Beijing, China
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-155779
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-17T23:35:14

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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