For our Business Unit High Voltage Products in Zurich-Oerlikon, we are looking for an R&D Test Engineer to strengthen our R&D Team for High Voltage Circuit Breakers development.

In this challenging role, you will be a key contributor to the Research and Development with focus on the testing of high voltage interrupters. In the environment of both R&D and customer projects high power testing is a crucial part for the development and certification of high voltage switchgear. As part of your tasks, you will be working together with several internal stakeholders and play a key role for a deep understanding of high voltage interrupters and become a demanded senior engineer for Hitachi Energy global activities in this area.

 Your responsibilities

• Conduct High Voltage Testing: Plan and execute high power and high voltage tests in both internal and external laboratories, ensuring adherence to international standards

• Collaborate with Experts: Work closely with our technical teams to analyze testing results and translate insights into design improvements

• Documentation and Reporting: Generate comprehensive technical documentation and reports to support project outcomes and knowledge sharing

• Drive Continuous Improvement: Play a key role in our testing core team, constantly seeking ways to enhance testing methodologies and processes

• Promote Safety: Champion health and safety standards across all testing activities

• Support Strategic Decisions: Leverage your expertise to inform management decisions and contribute to our global R&D efforts

Your background   

• Educational Background: Master’s degree in electrical engineering, high voltage engineering, or a related field from a recognized university or applied sciences institution

• R&D Experience: Prior experience in the development of power equipment, particularly high voltage switchgear, is highly valued

• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with medium/high voltage systems, high power testing, and electrical circuit design is an advantage

• Team Collaboration: Strong ability to work effectively with a diverse range of colleagues, from assembly fitters to project managers and technical experts

• Software Skills: Basic CAD knowledge and experience with post-processing tools like Diadem, Python, and Excel.

• Language Proficiency: Excellent command of both German and English, written and spoken.

• Willingness to Travel: Flexibility to travel up to 30% of your working time

Your Benefits  

• Opportunity to help shape a growing work and market environment 

• Close support during the induction period 

• Discount for Fitness Centers in general 

• Work-life balance through flexible working hours with the option to work remotely  

• Daycare with subsidy 

• Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy 

• Specialist and cross-location networking opportunities via the FeMale Network in the DACH region 

Please submit your full application with CV and cover letter.