R&D Engineer

Location:

Beijing, China

Job ID:

R0092225

Date Posted:

2025-05-19

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY (CHINA) LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.

Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business unit has delivered more than 4,000 projects over the last 15 years. Our Grid Integration portfolio spans a wide range of transmission and substation applications, which facilitate reliable and efficient system integration of the future digital electric network with minimum environmental impact.

We incorporate the integrated systems, solutions and services of our business' DC and AC fields, including HVDC, Substations, FACTS, Grid and Power Quality solutions such as offshore wind connections, and Semiconductors. We offer Power Consulting for key segments in the energy system, such as renewables, transmission distribution and as well as e-transportation solutions.

How you’ll make an impact

• You will work in new product development projects focusing on converter valve mechanical design tasks involving multi-disciplinary areas – for example heat transfer, electrical insulation, strength of materials and manufacturing technologies.

• You will prepare 3D CAD Models, drawings and BOM.

• You will perform simulation and calculation of products and technologies under development – for example finite element simulations and strength calculations.

• You will participate in verification tests from early prototype testing to final verification of converter valve design, analysis and design the cutting-edge products for future HVDC markets.

• You will provide technical support for delivery and under commissioning projects, lead R&D projects for converter valve development and coach junior mechanical engineers.

• You will be having a challenging position in a global R&D team, working in the front line of HVDC technologies and the opportunity for professional and personal development through training, the opportunity to witness the evolution of high voltage products and technologies.

• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• You hold M.Sc. or PhD. in mechanical engineering or equivalent.

• Deep understanding of mechanical core competences, material selection, manufacturing methods and basic understanding of electrical technology.

• An innovative and creative attitude and mind-set.

• Experience in modeling and design tools, in NX/Team Center or CAD/CAE software e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, Ansys, Abaqus, in electrical equipment design and high-voltage devices.

• Experience in product lifecycle design aspects such as reliability, safety, maintainability, tooling, and manufacturing requirements and experience in electromechanical design from electric power industry or design of high voltage product.

• Professional written and spoken communication skills in English.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

• Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year

• Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)

• Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)

• Long service awards

• Flexible Working(subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome  Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Alice Zhao Wechat: alicezhao2020.

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