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Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer, High Voltage

Hitachi

Hybrid
Zurich, Switzerland
Full-time
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 1mo ago

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Job description

Hitachi is hiring a Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer, High Voltage — a full-time, based in Zurich, Switzerland role. Apply directly on Hitachi's careers page below.

Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer – High Voltage 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0131201

Date Posted:

2026-05-21

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job 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

More about us
 

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.

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 general inquiry form 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. 

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The required skills for Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer, High Voltage at Hitachi include: Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Intellectual Property.

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