Electrical Project Engineer 80-100% (f/m/d)

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, transports, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

As Electrical Project Engineer, you will join the Engineering team of the center of excellence for traction transformers, part of a Hitachi Energy organization worldwide leader for onboard transformers. As part of our team, you will contribute to designs, develop, and test customized traction transformers and electrical equipment, while managing projects and collaborating directly with customers and suppliers.

Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Your responsibilities

• Provide technical support to sales and customers, offering solutions that align with our technology

• Lead electrical design and collaborate with mechanical engineers to create complete technical offers

• Finalize sizing, create key documents (winding sheets, LCC, test procedures…), and conduct design reviews

• Ensure the validation and control of electrical designs, including reviewing work by other designers

• Participate in project reviews, tender reviews, and type testing to ensure products meet technical and safety standards

• Support transformer factories with complex projects and special cases, providing expertise in specific areas

• Share best practices and construction technologies across traction transformer products

• Train and mentor local engineers to enhance skills and competencies
   

Your Background

• MSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an electrical engineer in traction systems, power electronics, or transformers

• Expertise in FEM software (Altair, Ansys) for electrical and magnetic field analysis is a plus

• Advanced knowledge of transformer manufacturing processes and problem-solving techniques

• Strong project management skills and familiarity with PLM systems (preferably Windchill)

• Fluent in English, with a good understanding of French and German

• Self-driven, motivated, and able to work independently

• Electrical certification for participating in type tests