R&D Engineer for Gas‑Insulated Switchgear (GIS) 80 – 100% (f/m/d) job opportunity at Hitachi.

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Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job ID: R0117765 Date Posted: 2026-02-16 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule:  Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity  In the R&D department for Gas‑Insulated Switchgear (GIS), we are looking for an R&D Engineer for Gas‑Insulated Switchgear (GIS) 80 – 100% (f/m/d) to join the Global Product Support team. The position offers close collaboration with many internal interfaces across different locations and provides insight into the full lifecycle of high‑voltage switchgear products — from development and testing to production. The role combines product ownership with interdisciplinary problem‑solving. Technical challenges and product‑related topics from our GIS portfolio are handled directly within this position, either through own expertise or by coordinating the right specialists. Work is carried out independently, with strong support from an experienced system team. Frequent interaction with factories and cross‑functional partners ensures a diverse and international work environment. The team consists of experts in high‑voltage design, offering an excellent opportunity to further develop both electrical and mechanical design skills. How you’ll make an impact    Take responsibility for products within the GIS portfolio and manage technical topics across the full lifecycle Elaborating innovative product solutions following standards, design rules, guidelines, and internal processes Ensuring quality of suppliers, production locations and parts  Managing small development projects Work closely with global partners such as R&D centers, Product Management, Supply Chain Management, Production Lines, and Sales Analyze and resolve interdisciplinary issues in test laboratories and on production lines Your background   Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred; Bachelor’s with at least two years of relevant experience also welcome) Software skills or open to acquiring them (MS Office, 3D CAD, ERP) Apprenticeship as a designer is an advantage Experience with high‑voltage switchgear is beneficial, but not required Strong team player with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural, multidisciplinary, and globally distributed environment Creative, independent and solution-oriented approach Fluent English and German ​ More about us  Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. We also offer you: Discounted conditions in our daycare centers in Baden and Oerlikon  Extra days off between Christmas and New Year  Subsidized meals at the locations with canteens  Discount on memberships at various fitness centers and on various products and services   Attractive pension benefits with our company pension fund   Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy  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. 

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