Location:
Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID:
R0131201Date Posted:
2026-05-21Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer – High Voltage to join our innovative and forward-thinking team. In this role, you will take on significant responsibility for the development and delivery of innovative products and technologies. You will leverage your technical expertise to lead key aspects of projects, ensuring that solutions meet the highest standards of quality and performance while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets. This is a high-impact role with excellent opportunities for career growth and development.
How you will make an impact
Apply your expertise in technologies, tools, and methods to solve complex industrial challenges and develop innovative products and solutions
Contribute to shaping technology strategies and project portfolios, helping guide the direction of the organization
Work on complex engineering tasks using advanced and innovative techniques to deliver impactful R&D results
Take on project leadership responsibilities or play a key role within project teams, while supporting and mentoring junior colleagues
Stay up to date with key trends and technologies in your field and proactively drive improvements in operations and customer satisfaction
Act as a subject matter expert, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge to foster collaboration and innovation within the team
Support business operations and customers as a technical expert and represent the team in internal and external engineering forums
Contribute to intellectual property strategy, identify risks, and support effective risk management in R&D projects
Your background
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
5–10 years of experience in R&D or engineering, preferably in high voltage equipment or components
Strong expertise in the design and development of high voltage components (experience with bushings is an advantage)
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
Solid understanding of business processes and R&D environments
Proven experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration
Basic understanding of intellectual property considerations in R&D
At Hitachi Energy, you will work in an international and collaborative environment, contributing to innovative technologies that shape the future of energy systems.
This role offers the opportunity to address real-world challenges in power grids and sustainability, combining advanced engineering with impactful applications.
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field
- 5-10 years of experience in R&D or engineering, preferably in high voltage equipment
- Strong expertise in the design and development of high voltage components
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
- Proven experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration
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.
