Location:
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job ID:
R0129270
Date Posted:
2026-05-19
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The opportunity
You will join Hitachi Energy and support technical product development and research activities within a dynamic engineering environment. In this role, you will contribute to the development of Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) components, working closely with cross-functional teams to support innovation and efficient project execution.
This position offers hands-on involvement in design processes, exposure to advanced engineering tools, and collaboration across product development and manufacturing functions.
How you’ll make an impact
Develop and optimize GIS components and assemblies within the GLK-14 project scope
Support engineering activities related to HVPLM and SAP systems
Prepare, review, and update technical drawings and design documentation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design quality and manufacturability
Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and engineering workflows
Your background
Completed apprenticeship as a Mechanical Designer or equivalent qualification
Initial experience in mechanical design and technical drawing preparation
Familiarity with engineering IT systems (e.g. PLM, SAP) is an advantage
Structured and detail-oriented way of working
Ability to collaborate effectively within technical teams
More about us
At Hitachi Energy, you will be part of an international and collaborative environment, working on innovative technologies that contribute to a more sustainable energy future. This role offers opportunities for continuous learning, development, and exposure to global engineering projects.
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
