Team Leader - Validation, Standards & Data Analysis 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity
Lead and coordinate the Validation, Standards & Data Analysis Team within the Technology Center. This team ensures robust testing practices, compliance with standards, and advanced data analytics to support R&D projects for high-voltage products. The role focuses on testing coordination, best practice definition, and data-driven insights, while fostering strong collaboration with internal and external laboratories.

How you'll make an impact

• Coordinate and oversee testing activities within R&D projects
• Define, maintain, and share best practices for testing methodologies, validation processes, and data analysis
• Act as the primary interface with internal and external laboratories, ensuring smooth scheduling, resource allocation, and compliance with safety and quality standards
• Lead a team of 7 regular FTEs and 1 intern, including R&D Test Engineers, Testing Design Specialists, and Data Analysts
• Drive data analysis initiatives to interpret test results and support design improvements
• Collaborate with design teams, technology leads, and project managers to integrate validation and data insights into product development
• Promote continuous improvement in testing and data analysis tools, processes, and reporting systems
• Ensure adherence to internal and external standards for high-voltage product testing and validation.

Your background

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in testing of High-Voltage Circuit Breakers within R&D or product development environments
• Strong background in testing methodologies, validation processes, and data analytics
• Proven leadership skills with ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with standards and compliance for HV products
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Knowledge of data visualization tools and statistical analysis
• Experience with digitalization of testing processes and data-driven decision-making
• Ability to foster a culture of quality, safety, and innovation

Apply now

Current employees apply here

Client-provided location(s): Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-164580

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-11-07T23:35:44