Location:
Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland
Job ID:
R0116615
Date Posted:
2026-01-17
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The opportunity
Join our Next Generation Grids Transformers team in Geneva and shape the future of energy. As a Senior R&D Electrical Engineer, you will work on cutting-edge transformer technologies in a dynamic, international environment.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team, contributing to the full R&D lifecycle—from concept to testing and product launch, ensuring that our solutions meet both technical specifications and market demands. This role offers hands-on experience, technical growth, and the chance to make a real impact in the energy transition.
How you will make an impact
Apply your knowledge of electromagnetism to support innovative concepts’ validation through simulations
Tackle a variety of engineering challenges on Medium Frequency Transformers
Contribute to the development of new features in our internal design tools
Organize prototyping and testing activities to validate new technologies/products in collaboration with global teams
Align your work with our strategic technology roadmap
Take ownership of work packages and deliver results using a structured approach
Deepen your understanding of transformer technologies and support internal consulting to optimize your R&D activities
Contribute to intellectual property and risk management activities in R&D
Your background
MSc or PhD in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering, ideally with experience in R&D within a business environment
Knowledge of electromagnetism and circuit theory with ability to perform electromagnetic simulations
Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python
Strong communication skills in English (French is a plus)
Analytical thinking and ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary and international teams
Awareness of business processes related to product development
More about us
We offer flexible working practices and a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and career.
What you can expect from us
Exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy
Inclusive and diverse work culture
Discounts on fitness memberships and various services
Attractive pension benefits through our company pension fund
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.
