R&D Mechanical Senior Engineer for Power Transformers

The Opportunity

Join our R&D team at the Córdoba Technology Center, part of the global Technology organization within the Transformer Business Unit. As a Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer, you will lead initiatives to enhance transformer performance and reliability through advanced mechanical simulations, innovative manufacturing processes, and robust design of external components in collaboration with other R&D teams.

How you will make an impact

• Lead and execute R&D projects focused on mechanical simulation, including nonlinear and transient analysis to assess short-circuit forces and structural integrity in transformer components.

• Develop and validate welding and manufacturing processes for transformer tanks and external structures, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.

• Drive innovation in manufacturing techniques, including 3D printing and material characterization for transformer applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate simulation results into design tools and technical standards.

• Contribute to technology road mapping and strategy in mechanical domain.

• Support factory troubleshooting and provide technical guidance on mechanical issues related to transformer externals.

• Prepare technical documentation and reports to communicate findings and support knowledge transfer.

• Engage with external stakeholders (customers, universities, research centers) to foster partnerships and promote technical excellence.

• Lead and manage R&D projects self-driven on time, on budget, and with the required quality following Hitachi Energy internal standards and processes.

• Assess production processes and proactively identify gaps and areas of improvement.

Your background

• MS degree in Mechanical engineering

• Minimum 5 years of experience in R&D, engineering, or academic research, preferably in the transformer or energy sector.

• Proficiency in CAD modeling (e.g., CATIA, CREO, NX, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (e.g., Ansys, Comsol, Nastran).

• Strong background in mechanical simulation, welding technologies, and manufacturing process optimization.

• Ability to effectively use external and internal standards and regulations.

• Awareness of intellectual property considerations in the research and development process.

• A structured, problem-solving, self-driven, solutions-oriented approach

• Awareness in power transformer design, including the necessary technical areas and industry standards.

• Familiarity with material characterization and fatigue/ULS analysis.

• Spirit of innovation, out of the box thinking.

• Excellent abilities in teamwork in international teams with excellent interpersonal skills, with strong communication skills.

• Fluent spoken and written English.

A holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental well-being 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):  Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language training, Coaching & Assessments.