Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0115137Date Posted:2025-12-19Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityJoin us as an R&amp;D Engineer Materials and become part of a passionate and diverse team driving the energy transition. We are seeking a Materials Scientist/Engineer to strengthen our expertise in insulating materials. In this role, you will employ and further broaden your technical know-how to tackle complex materials challenges, ensuring excellent quality, improved sustainability and best customer experience of the next generation of High Voltage Products.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Take ownership of diverse materials engineering tasks, applying your technical expertise and independent problem-solving skills</li><li>Lead or contribute to R&amp;D projects with interdisciplinary project teams, ensuring alignment with project stakeholders, timelines, budgets and quality standards</li><li>Understand key business drivers and use this insight to deliver impactful results aligned with Hitachi Energy’s goals</li><li>Contribute innovative ideas and propose new initiatives within your technical domain</li><li>Collaborate effectively with colleagues in different functions, including R&amp;D, operations, supply chain management as well as suppliers and external laboratories around the world</li><li>Document your achievements in tutorials, guidelines, test procedures and reports</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Master’s degree or equivalent degree (university of applied science/university) in material science/engineering or closely related subject</li><li>Experience in project management and/or with insulating materials in the context of the electrical industry would be a strong asset</li><li>Team player with the capacity to work independently, complemented by good analytical and communication skills</li><li>Openness for new challenges and interest to learn and develop</li><li>Fluency in English, basic German skills or willingness to learn German</li><li>Willingness to travel: 5-10%</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

R&D Engineer Materials 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0115137Date Posted:2025-12-19Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityJoin us as an R&amp;D Engineer Materials and become part of a passionate and diverse team driving the energy transition. We are seeking a Materials Scientist/Engineer to strengthen our expertise in insulating materials. In this role, you will employ and further broaden your technical know-how to tackle complex materials challenges, ensuring excellent quality, improved sustainability and best customer experience of the next generation of High Voltage Products.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Take ownership of diverse materials engineering tasks, applying your technical expertise and independent problem-solving skills</li><li>Lead or contribute to R&amp;D projects with interdisciplinary project teams, ensuring alignment with project stakeholders, timelines, budgets and quality standards</li><li>Understand key business drivers and use this insight to deliver impactful results aligned with Hitachi Energy’s goals</li><li>Contribute innovative ideas and propose new initiatives within your technical domain</li><li>Collaborate effectively with colleagues in different functions, including R&amp;D, operations, supply chain management as well as suppliers and external laboratories around the world</li><li>Document your achievements in tutorials, guidelines, test procedures and reports</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Master’s degree or equivalent degree (university of applied science/university) in material science/engineering or closely related subject</li><li>Experience in project management and/or with insulating materials in the context of the electrical industry would be a strong asset</li><li>Team player with the capacity to work independently, complemented by good analytical and communication skills</li><li>Openness for new challenges and interest to learn and develop</li><li>Fluency in English, basic German skills or willingness to learn German</li><li>Willingness to travel: 5-10%</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

R&D Engineer Materials 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

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