Development Engineer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

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Hitachi Energy is seeking a Development Engineer 80-100% (f/m/d) in Zurich to join the Generator Circuit Breaker team and contribute across the product life cycle alongside experienced engineers and suppliers. You’ll develop and enhance breakers and components, drive cost-saving designs, boost quality, supervise technical designers, collaborate with suppliers, and prepare technical documents while supporting production. Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, proficient CAD skills, a solid understanding of FEM, and fluency in German and English, with a precise independent work style and initiative. Benefits include flexible work practices, daycare discounts, extra days off, subsidized meals, and career development opportunities. Apply with a tailored resume, reference Job ID R0118214, and show how your CAD/FEM experience aligns; for accommodations contact Hitachi Energy via the general inquiry form.

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Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0118214

Date Posted:

2026-02-23

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Join our team developing Generator Circuit Breakers. Work with experienced engineers and suppliers. Contribute across the product life cycle. Grow through training and development programs. Enjoy flexible work conditions and open communication. Be part of a motivated and inclusive team. Gain independence through a personal introduction program. Achieve career goals with targeted training.

How you’ll make an impact
 

• Develop/enhance Generator Circuit Breakers and components

• Implement special designs and cost-saving projects

• Drive quality improvements

• Supervise technical designers

• Collaborate with suppliers

• Prepare and review technical documents

• Support production with technical expertise
   

Your background
 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Confident handling of CAD tools

• Solid understanding of FEM methods

• Fluent in German and English

• Precise, independent working style

• Strong sense of initiative and drive

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.

We offer:

• Discounted conditions in our daycare centers in Baden and Oerlikon 

• Extra days off between Christmas and New Year 

• Subsidized meals at the locations with canteens

• Discount on memberships at various fitness centers and on various products and services  

• Diversity: Promotion of diversity and inclusion and cultural offers, credit cards, petrol, etc.) 

• Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy 

 

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