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

Job Description:

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

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