R&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer (APMEA)

The opportunity:

Are you ready to power the future? At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just building transformers—we’re transforming the way the world uses energy. We’re looking for a R&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer for DTR Liquid-filled distribution transformers who’s not just technically skilled, but passionate about driving the global energy transition. This is your opportunity to become a trusted advisor and technical leader in a role that blends engineering expertise with strategic impact.

How you’ll make an impact:

• You will contribute to development of new technologies, concepts, and technical solutions through mechanical design engineering

• You will define and develop MV switchgear integrated solutions for You will transformers, including layout, structural concept, and installation requirements, ensuring manufacturability.

• You will translate application and customer requirements into integrated system concepts, configurations, and standardized product platforms

• You will ensure proper integration of electrical equipment into mechanical design in collaboration with electrical experts

• You will evaluate alternative design approaches considering performance, cost, and manufacturability

• You will execute engineering tasks within Global and location centric R&D projects

• You will participate in feasibility studies, simulations, and concept assessments

• You will develop, modify, and maintain mechanical designs, models, and drawings using CAD tools

• You will define and support prototype manufacturing, participate in testing campaigns, measurements, and validation activities. Analyze test results and propose design improvements

• You will ollaborate with global technology teams, regional engineering, and stakeholders

• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

• 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:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering field

• 3–5 years of relevant industry experience in mechanical design, mechatronics, or applications engineering, preferably in liquid-filled transformers, distribution transformers, MV Switchgear or related electrical equipment

• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools, preferably Creo Parametric, with strong knowledge of mechanical design, manufacturing drawings, and the product development cycle from R&D to validation.

• Experience in project-based environments, preferably with gate models, and ability to apply IEC/IEEE standards with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Transformer or electrical industry experience, along with exposure to parametric modeling, scripting, low-code tools, and structural simulations, is a plus; good command of English required.

More about us:

At Hitachi Energy Vietnam, we offer a suite of employee benefits to complement our pay offering, supporting employees’ financial, physical and mental wellbeing:

• 16 days annual leave, flexible working policy.

• Benefit according to local standards: Heath-care insurance benefits to employees and their dependents, annual vaccination, summer outing.

• Growth possibility: Learning and development platform, career movement opportunity within organization.

• Possibility to gain experience in international environment.

• Possibility to work for industry leader for green energy solutions.

Please be advised that the benefits provided may differ depending on the employee’s country of hire.