Location:Lodz, Lodz, PolandJob ID: R0139393Date Posted:2026-08-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<h2>The opportunity</h2>As an R&amp;D Materials' Engineer, you will help shape and maintain engineering material standards used across a global organization. You will support the creation, implementation and governance of technical specifications for reusable raw materials, semi-finished materials and components.You will work at the intersection of engineering, material management and product data governance. Your expertise will help ensure that material specifications, engineering standards and product information remain accurate, consistent and accessible across factories and engineering teams worldwide.In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues from engineering, manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, master data and quality functions. You will contribute to standardization initiatives, support users in selecting the right materials and specifications, and help improve data quality within central PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)/PDM (Product Data Management) systems.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical knowledge with analytical thinking, documentation ownership and cross-functional collaboration. You will have a direct impact on engineering efficiency, product data quality and the successful adoption of global standards across the organization.<h2>How you'll make an impact</h2><ul><li>Create and maintain material and component specifications.</li><li>Manage engineering standards within a central PLM/PDM repository.</li><li>Support users with material selection and specification implementation.</li><li>Analyze and validate material attributes and technical parameters for proper mapping.</li><li>Improve data quality, consistency and documentation governance.</li><li>Harmonize legacy material standards and technical documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with factories, engineering, suppliers, supplier quality and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Support material classification structures definition and product data governance processes.</li></ul><h2>Your background</h2><ul><li>Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or similar.</li><li>Experience with technical specifications, engineering documentation or product data standardization activities and data management.</li><li>Understanding of materials, components and engineering standards and norms.</li><li>Experience with PLM/PDM tools is an advantage, e.g. Windchill, Teamcenter, SAP PLM, 3DX or equivalent . </li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Fluent English and ability to communicate effectively in an international environment.</li></ul>More about us  At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:<ul><li>Private medical care and life insurance​</li><li>Access to fitness and wellness programs​</li><li>Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks​</li><li>Employee Capital Plans (PPK)​</li><li>Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home​</li><li>Spectacles and contact lenses allowance​</li><li>Company events and team‑building activities​</li><li>Psychological support program​</li></ul>Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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. 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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R&D Engineer - Material Standards

Location:Lodz, Lodz, PolandJob ID: R0139393Date Posted:2026-08-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<h2>The opportunity</h2>As an R&amp;D Materials' Engineer, you will help shape and maintain engineering material standards used across a global organization. You will support the creation, implementation and governance of technical specifications for reusable raw materials, semi-finished materials and components.You will work at the intersection of engineering, material management and product data governance. Your expertise will help ensure that material specifications, engineering standards and product information remain accurate, consistent and accessible across factories and engineering teams worldwide.In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues from engineering, manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, master data and quality functions. You will contribute to standardization initiatives, support users in selecting the right materials and specifications, and help improve data quality within central PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)/PDM (Product Data Management) systems.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical knowledge with analytical thinking, documentation ownership and cross-functional collaboration. You will have a direct impact on engineering efficiency, product data quality and the successful adoption of global standards across the organization.<h2>How you'll make an impact</h2><ul><li>Create and maintain material and component specifications.</li><li>Manage engineering standards within a central PLM/PDM repository.</li><li>Support users with material selection and specification implementation.</li><li>Analyze and validate material attributes and technical parameters for proper mapping.</li><li>Improve data quality, consistency and documentation governance.</li><li>Harmonize legacy material standards and technical documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with factories, engineering, suppliers, supplier quality and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Support material classification structures definition and product data governance processes.</li></ul><h2>Your background</h2><ul><li>Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or similar.</li><li>Experience with technical specifications, engineering documentation or product data standardization activities and data management.</li><li>Understanding of materials, components and engineering standards and norms.</li><li>Experience with PLM/PDM tools is an advantage, e.g. Windchill, Teamcenter, SAP PLM, 3DX or equivalent . </li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Fluent English and ability to communicate effectively in an international environment.</li></ul>More about us  At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:<ul><li>Private medical care and life insurance​</li><li>Access to fitness and wellness programs​</li><li>Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks​</li><li>Employee Capital Plans (PPK)​</li><li>Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home​</li><li>Spectacles and contact lenses allowance​</li><li>Company events and team‑building activities​</li><li>Psychological support program​</li></ul>Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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. 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

R&D Engineer - Material Standards

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