Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0109521Date Posted:2025-12-12Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:<div> The opportunity For our Business Unit High Voltage Products in Zurich-Oerlikon, we are looking for an R&amp;D Engineer to strengthen our team for High Voltage Circuit Breakers development. If you are passionate about solving highly complex multi-physical problems and want to work with world-leading experts to develop best-in-class High Voltage Circuit Breakers, this is your chance. Join our innovative team and be part of an international working environment in Zurich.  How you'll make an impact<ul><li>Execute product-development-related engineering activities for specific R&amp;D projects from concept to series implementation, ensuring technical alignment with cross-functional experts and project stakeholders</li><li>Support the Design Lead in product development topics and ensure structured documentation of development activities</li><li>Plan and supervise assembly, disassembly and inspection of prototypes together with other experts</li><li>Contribute to the continuous improvement of R&amp;D processes and activities  </li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related subject from a Polytechnical/Technical University</li><li>Working experience in an R&amp;D environment is a plus</li><li>Experience in project management is a plus</li><li>Good know-how in 3D CAD and FEM software tools required</li><li>High expectations on quality of work in all regards</li><li>Independent, proactive and goal-oriented personality</li><li>Practically oriented and hands-on way of working</li><li>Self-motivated, committed, willing to learn</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Excellent command of English and German, both written and spoken  </li></ul>More about us At Hitachi Energy, our culture is built on collaboration, diversity and continuous learning. We believe that the best ideas come from working together across cultures and disciplines, embracing different perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage curiosity and innovation, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping a sustainable energy future.</div><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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R&D Engineer - High Voltage Circuit Breakers 80 - 100% (f/m/d

Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0109521Date Posted:2025-12-12Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:<div> The opportunity For our Business Unit High Voltage Products in Zurich-Oerlikon, we are looking for an R&amp;D Engineer to strengthen our team for High Voltage Circuit Breakers development. If you are passionate about solving highly complex multi-physical problems and want to work with world-leading experts to develop best-in-class High Voltage Circuit Breakers, this is your chance. Join our innovative team and be part of an international working environment in Zurich. &nbsp;How you'll make an impact<ul><li>Execute product-development-related engineering activities for specific R&amp;D projects from concept to series implementation, ensuring technical alignment with cross-functional experts and project stakeholders</li><li>Support the Design Lead in product development topics and ensure structured documentation of development activities</li><li>Plan and supervise assembly, disassembly and inspection of prototypes together with other experts</li><li>Contribute to the continuous improvement of R&amp;D processes and activities &nbsp;</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related subject from a Polytechnical/Technical University</li><li>Working experience in an R&amp;D environment is a plus</li><li>Experience in project management is a plus</li><li>Good know-how in 3D CAD and FEM software tools required</li><li>High expectations on quality of work in all regards</li><li>Independent, proactive and goal-oriented personality</li><li>Practically oriented and hands-on way of working</li><li>Self-motivated, committed, willing to learn</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Excellent command of English and German, both written and spoken &nbsp;</li></ul>More about us At Hitachi Energy, our culture is built on collaboration, diversity and continuous learning. We believe that the best ideas come from working together across cultures and disciplines, embracing different perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage curiosity and innovation, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping a sustainable energy future.</div><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

R&D Engineer - High Voltage Circuit Breakers 80 - 100% (f/m/d

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