R&D Principal Engineer Power Electronics 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
3 days ago• Baden, Switzerland
The opportunity
Join our Business R&D team in Turgi, where we develop medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems. You'll work alongside five power electronics engineers and four mechanical engineers in a highly technical and collaborative environment. The role offers flexibility in work arrangements and international exposure, with projects spanning Poland, Sweden, and China. You'll be embedded in a global R&D landscape, supporting various initiatives.
How you'll make an impact
- Drive the hardware development of medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems in an R&D environment
- Collaborate on international R&D projects across multiple countries
- Work closely with project leaders, internal customers and suppliers
- Conduct technical troubleshooting on-site (approx. 10% travel)
- Apply power electronic expertise to product development and innovation
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams
- Test and validate new subsystems and systems
- Contribute to technology integration and innovation
Your background
- At least bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- Experience with medium- or high-voltage systems and converter technologies
- Strong understanding of various semiconductor technologies, such as IGCT, IGBT, MOSFETs.
- Hands-on experience in lab-based product development and testing
- Technical expertise in power electronics
- Experience across the full product lifecycle
- Minimum of 12year of experience working with power converters.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, international environment
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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.
We also offer you:
- Diversity: Promotion of diversity and inclusion and cultural offers, credit cards, petrol, etc.)
- Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy
- Discounted conditions in our daycare centres in Baden and Oerlikon
- Extra days off between Christmas and New Year
- Subsidized meals at the locations with canteens
- Discount on membership at various fitness centers
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Client-provided location(s): Baden, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-162434
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-24T23:34:44
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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