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Structural Mechanical Design Engineer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity

Join our Dry Transformer Engineering team and play a pivotal role in the development of advanced transformer technologies that elevate safety, efficiency, and sustainability across critical power networks.

In this position, you will collaborate with cross‑functional partners — including R&D, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain — to translate complex customer requirements into reliable, manufacturable engineering solutions. 


How you'll make an impact

  • Conduct structural analysis by hand calculations and finite element simulations on electrical machines for a variety of load cases (e.g. lifting, seismic, short circuit, shock, fatigue etc.)

  • Perform experimental test for the validation of finite element models through comparison with experimental results

  • Conduct experimental testing campaign for the diagnostic of structure-borne and air-borne noise of electrical equipment

  • Ensure that all structural designs complie with relevant industry codes, standards and regulations

  • Prepare detailed structural reports to be delivered to our customers

  • Assist the design engineers in the development of transformer and reactors structural components

  • Support other departments in preparing for customer technical meetings and design reviews


Your background

  • Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar field

  • Proficiency with numerical and analytical calculation software such as ANSYS, nCode, Fluent, MATLAB

  • Knowledge of relevant building codes (Eurocode) and regulations

  • Experience with noise and vibration measurements and relevant data post-processing

  • Work experience in the transformer industry as well as knowledge of transformer manufacturing process, assembly procedures and best practices is a plus

  • Experience with CAD software such as CREO and Inventor is an advantage

  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written

  • Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team


More about us


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

Location Molinazzo di Monteggio, Ticino, Switzerland
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Engineering & Science
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-06-16
Reference number R0119359

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.