Location:
Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID:
R0147572Date Posted:
2026-10-16Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
Als High Voltage Test Engineer übernimmst du die Leitung von wichtigen Vor-Ort-Tests und stellst die Einhaltung von Sicherheits- undQualitätsstandards sicher. Du koordinierst mit Kunden und internen Teams, planst Testabläufe und erstellst präzise technische Dokumentationen. Diese Rolle bietet dir die Chance, Verantwortung zu übernehmen, viel zu reisen und das Unternehmen in technisch anspruchsvollen Diskussionen zu vertreten.
Das kannst du bewirken
• Durchführung von Hochspannungstests und Teilentladungsmessungen in Zusammenarbeit mit Kundenvertretern
• Überwachung und Meldung von Abweichungen von Spezifikationen sowie Sicherstellung der zeitnahen Korrektur
• Sicherstellung, dass die Arbeiten vor Ort den Sicherheitsvorschriften und Qualitätsstandards entsprechen
• Planung und Koordination der Testaktivitäten, einschliesslich der Vor-Ort-Abnahme von Hochspannungstests
• Vertretung des Unternehmens bei Besprechungen vor Ort und in technischen Diskussionen mit Kunden und internen
Stakeholdern
• Erstellung der erforderlichen Dokumentation wie Abschlussberichte, Protokolle und Abweichungsberichte
Das bringst du mit
• Fundierte Kenntnisse im Bereich Hochspannungstechnik sind zwingend erforderlich
• Bachelor- oder Masterabschluss in Elektrotechnik und/oder Elektronik
• Ausgeprägtes Verantwortungsbewusstsein und Fähigkeit, selbstständig sowie strukturiert und organisiert zu arbeiten
• Fliessend in Deutsch und Englisch, mit hervorragenden Kommunikationsfähigkeiten in Wort und Schrift
• Bereitschaft zu umfangreichen Reisen und flexiblen Arbeitszeiten
• Entscheidungsfreude und Fähigkeit, technische Klärungen eigenständig zu managen
• Fundiertes Verständnis von Sicherheitsstandards und Fähigkeit, bei unsicheren Bedingungen einzugreifen
• Erfordert die Entwicklung von Digital- und Datenkompetenz sowie die praktische Anwendung digitaler Werkzeuge und Daten zur Unterstützung von Kundeninteraktionen und der Serviceausführung.
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As 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 Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks
As 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.
Skills Required
- Extensive knowledge of high-voltage engineering
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering and/or electronics
- Fluency in German and English
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours
- Ability to work independently, systematically, and in an organized manner
- Strong understanding of safety standards
- Ability to independently manage technical clarifications and intervene under unsafe conditions
- Digital and data competence, including practical use of digital tools and data
What We Do
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
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