Location: Molinazzo di Monteggio, Ticino, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0090261Date Posted: 2025-07-16Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category): Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote: NoJob Description:The opportunityAs an R&D Electrical Engineer, you will join the Hitachi Energy Technology group at our Molinazzo di Monteggio location in Switzerland. You’ll be part of a dynamic and collaborative R&D community, contributing to the development of innovative solutions focused on the electrical performance of dry-type transformers.You will lead and support projects that are key to executing our technology roadmap successfully.While prior knowledge of transformers is appreciated, it is not a strict requirement. We welcome candidates who are motivated to learn and grow in this field. At Hitachi you will receive comprehensive training and mentorship to build your expertise in transformer design and development. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are curious, hands-on, and eager to deepen their technical knowledge in a high-impact area of energy technology.Kindly submit your application in English.How you’ll make an impactPropose and evaluate innovative electrical design concepts for dry-type transformers to meet demanding technical requirements in emerging marketsDefine and execute Design of Experiments (DoE) to validate proposed solutionsOversee the design, manufacturing, and testing of prototypesLead R&D project execution, ensuring performance, timelines, and costs align with expectationsDocument project progress, extract key insights, and establish design rules based on validated resultsSecure intellectual property by initiating appropriate IP protection for validated innovationsCollaborate with R&D colleagues across Hitachi Energy to support and optimize electrical designs in other projectsProvide targeted technical support to factories, sales teams, and customers as neededYour backgroundBachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related fieldMinimum of 2 years’ experience in product development or electrical equipment design, ideally with dry-type transformersSolid understanding of magnetic, electric, and/or thermal design principles for electrical equipmentProficiency in FEM simulation tools, preferably ANSYS Maxwell, is highly valuedDemonstrated initiative, creativity, and attention to detail, with a passion for innovationStrong communication skills and a collaborative, solution-oriented mindsetFluency in Italian and English, both written and spokenMore about usBring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career.Join Hitachi Energy and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams. Above all, challenge yourself every day. Let’s write the future, together.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 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.
