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R&D Test Engineer - High Voltage 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity 
 

Join our R&D team within High Voltage Products in Zurich-Oerlikon and contribute to the development of high-voltage circuit breakers that support reliable power transmission worldwide. 

In this role, you will be responsible for testing and validating high-voltage equipment throughout the product development cycle. You will work closely with R&D engineers, technical experts, laboratory teams, and external testing partners. 

We welcome both experienced professionals and early-career engineers who are eager to learn. Success in this role requires curiosity, resilience, strong communication skills, and a proactive mindset. 

You will receive support from experienced colleagues while building technical expertise in a specialized and highly valued engineering field. 
 

How you'll make an impact 
 

  • Plan and execute high-voltage and high-power test campaigns

  • Define test programs based on project and certification requirements

  • Coordinate testing activities with laboratories and project stakeholders

  • Lead and support testing activities together with laboratory experts

  • Analyze test results and prepare technical reports

  • Investigate technical issues and contribute to effective solutions

  • Improve testing methods, processes, and knowledge sharing activities

  • Support global R&D projects for high-voltage switching technologies
     

Your background 
 

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

  • Experience in testing, R&D, laboratory environments, or power systems engineering

  • Knowledge of electrical power systems and testing principles

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

  • Proactive mindset with willingness to learn and collaborate

  • Fluent English and basic German skills (or willingness to learn)

  • Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time
     

More about us 

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in high-voltage testing and switching technologies while working in an international environment with experienced technical experts. 

Career development opportunities include growth towards Senior Test Engineer, Technical Expert, Project Management, or People Management paths. 

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

Plats Remote - Zurich, Switzerland
Jobbtyp Full time
Erfarenhet Experienced
Jobbfunktion Engineering & Science
Avtal Regular
Publiceringsdatum 2026-07-02
Referensnummer R0135038

Om Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy är en global teknikledare som arbetar för en hållbar energiframtid för alla. Vi betjänar kunder inom energi-, industri- och infrastruktursektorerna med innovativa lösningar och tjänster över hela värdekedjan. Tillsammans med kunder och partners utvecklar vi banbrytande teknik och möjliggör den digitala omvandling som krävs för att påskynda energiomställningen mot en koldioxidneutral framtid.

Vi sysselsätter cirka 45 000 personer i 90 länder som varje dag arbetar målmedvetet och använder sina olika bakgrunder för att utmana nuläget. Vi välkomnar dig att ansöka idag och bli en del av ett globalt team som jobbar för: Mångfald + Samarbete = Stor Innovation.