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

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. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.