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 ResponsibilitiesConduct 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 BackgroundEducational 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.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.Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future.We employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.
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