R&D Senior Engineer - High Voltage Equipment

Are you passionate about shaping the future of power systems and advancing technologies that keep the grid reliable, resilient, and sustainable? As a Senior High Voltage R&D Engineer, you will join a highly collaborative team focused on the design, development, testing, and validation of high-voltage circuit breaker technologies that support critical energy infrastructure around the world.

In this role, you will combine technical expertise in power systems with hands-on product development, testing, and application engineering. Working within an international environment, you will take ownership of complex engineering challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to innovative solutions that move from concept and validation to real-world customer applications.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This is an exciting opportunity to expand your expertise in high-voltage equipment, influence next-generation technologies, and make a meaningful impact on the evolution of a more reliable and sustainable energy grid. Whether leading technical assignments, supporting product innovation, or driving performance improvements, your contributions will directly support customers and communities worldwide.

• Lead and contribute to the development of new and existing high-voltage circuit breaker technologies.
• Translate customer and application requirements into practical engineering solutions.
• Support international R&D projects and lead technical work packages when needed.
• Review non-standard specifications and evaluate equipment suitability for customer applications.
• Conduct product performance evaluations, inspections, and root cause investigations.
• Define test requirements and support electrical and electro-mechanical testing programs.
• Analyze test results and develop technical reports that support product qualification and design decisions.
• Identify innovation opportunities and support patent and intellectual property activities.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience in power systems, utilities, substations, or high-voltage equipment applications.
• Strong understanding of power-system fundamentals and industry standards.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, electrical drawings, and test data.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovation and continuous learning.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and collaboration skills in cross-functional and global environments.

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll help develop technologies that support the transition to a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.
• We invest in learning, mentorship, and career development, providing opportunities to grow both technically and professionally across a global organization.
• Join an inclusive and collaborative culture where innovation, safety, and continuous improvement empower everyone to make a lasting impact.

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