R&D and Production Engineering Specialist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity 

Join our dynamic Business R&D team in Turgi, where we develop cutting-edge medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems. You’ll work in a collaborative environment with six power electronics engineers and three mechanical engineers, contributing to innovative solutions that have a global impact. This position combines 60% R&D and 40% production engineering, offering flexibility for research activities and hands-on involvement in manufacturing processes.

How you’ll make an impact
 

•  Research & Development (60%)

• Drive innovation in medium-voltage converter design and technology

• Develop and build from prototype until the final product

• Collaborate with global teams in Poland, Sweden, India and China

• Work arrangement: Flexible (remote or on-site as needed)
   

•  Production Engineering (40%)

• Ensure seamless integration of designs into manufacturing processes

• Optimize production workflows for efficiency and quality

• Provide technical support to production teams and troubleshoot issues

• Work arrangement: On-site presence required at our factories in Turgi and Seon

• Lead & implement lean management and CIP methodology
   

Your background 

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Experience in power electronics and converter technology

• Experience in mechanical design and development, with tools like SolidEdge, NX, SAP

• Knowledge of production processes and industrialization

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Fluent in English and German
   

What We Offer

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

We also offer you:

• Diversity: Promotion of diversity and inclusion and cultural offers

• Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy

• Discounted conditions in our daycare centres in Baden and Oerlikon

• Extra days off between Christmas and New Year

• Subsidized meals at locations with canteens

• Discounts on memberships at various fitness centers

• Additional perks such as credit cards, petrol benefits, and more

• Additional perks such as credit cards, petrol benefits, and more