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Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Join our dynamic team at Hitachi Energy in Sevlievo, Bulgaria, where you'll play a crucial role in our High Voltage division. As a Test Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the quality and reliability of our world-class high voltage switchgear. This is your chance to work in a collaborative environment, contribute to innovative projects, and grow with a company that values your expertise and dedication.

How You'll Make an Impact:

  • Execute final inspection and routine testing of Gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) subassembly up to 550kV nominal voltage;
  • SF6 (Sulfur hexafluoride) Gas handling and leakage testing. High voltage and mechanical testing;
  • Perform partial discharge (PD) measurements using radio frequency (RF) and acoustic techniques;
  • Evaluate and diagnose GIS subassemblies. Identify functional problems and suggest solutions;
  • Support production with measurements and technical consulting;
  • Technically support and implement maintenance measures for test facilities and measuring Equipment;
  • Initiates and drives continuous improvement activities. Develops, implements and improves relevant policies and procedures to improve effectiveness across the engineering function;
  • Primarily responsible for high voltage testing, dielectric testing on power equipment e.g. Switchgear and Cable Accessories products, data collection, and development of test reports;
  • Implementation, monitoring and verification of high voltage, dielectric and mechanical routine tests;
  • Maintain Test Report Database.

Your background:

  • At least Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering;
  • Good communication skills in English – written & spoken;
  • IT user, basic SAP skills are advantage;
  • Good computer literacy (MS Office), experience in CAD programs;
  • A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies;
  • A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with strong communication skills;
  • Experience in coordinating multiple teams, good team-player. Experience in working in multicultural environment;
  • Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines;

What we offer:

  • 13th salary;
  • Monthly food vouchers;
  • Supplementary health insurance;
  • Organized transport;
  • Additional bonuses.

More about us 

Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy! You will also be accountable to ensure compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Location Sevlievo, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Engineering & Science
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-02-23
Reference number R0120904

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.