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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. 

Location Remote - Zurich, Switzerland
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Engineering & Science
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-07-02
Reference number R0135038

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. 

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. 

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.