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R&D Senior Engineer Switchgear Monitoring & Automation 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity


Join our Technology Center and play a key role in the development of a next-generation monitoring platform for high-voltage switchgear applications. In this position, you will act as the technical lead for a multidisciplinary product development project, defining system requirements and architecture while collaborating with global R&D teams and external engineering partners.

You will work in an international environment, partnering with colleagues across Switzerland, Sweden, and Asia, as well as with external development teams to deliver innovative embedded monitoring solutions.


How you'll make an impact


  • Define system requirements for new monitoring products
  • Create product architectures for embedded platforms
  • Evaluate technologies and recommend technical solutions
  • Lead technical activities across hardware, firmware, and software teams
  • Collaborate with external development partners and internal experts
  • Drive system integration, validation, and testing activities
  • Support cybersecurity and data protection requirements
  • Act as the technical counterpart to the Project Manager

Your background


  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Engineering, or similar
  • Several years of experience in embedded product development
  • Experience with requirements engineering and system architecture
  • Knowledge of electronics, firmware, software, integration, and testing
  • Experience working in international R&D environments
  • Strong communication skills and fluent English

More about us


This role offers the opportunity to work on a strategic product platform with global visibility and long-term impact. You will collaborate with international teams and external technology partners while contributing to innovative solutions for the power industry.

Potential future career paths include Project Management and Product Management.

For any questions regarding this position, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner responsible for the recruitment process.

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

Ubicación Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Tipo de empleo Full time
Modalidad de trabajo On-Site
Experiencia Experienced
Función laboral Engineering & Science
Contrato Regular
Fecha de publicación 2026-10-08
Número de referencia R0147470

Sobre Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy es líder mundial en electrificación, impulsando la era de la electricidad para satisfacer las demandas energéticas actuales y las de los próximos 25 años. Como división energética del Grupo Hitachi, más de tres mil millones de personas dependen de nuestras tecnologías pioneras y de misión crítica para su vida cotidiana.

Con más de un siglo de innovación, estamos abordando el desafío energético más urgente de nuestro tiempo: impulsar la evolución del sistema energético mundial para garantizar una energía abundante, segura, asequible y sostenible para la generación actual y las futuras.

Con una base instalada sin igual en más de 140 países, somos el socio del ecosistema de la red eléctrica en los sectores de servicios públicos, industria, centros de datos y transporte. Con sede en Suiza, contamos con más de 56 000 empleados en 60 países y generamos ingresos de alrededor de 20 000 millones de dólares estadounidenses.