Location:Turgi, Aargau, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0107927Date Posted:2025-10-24Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityJoin our Business R&amp;D team in Turgi, where we develop medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems. You’ll work alongside five power electronics engineers and four mechanical engineers in a highly technical and collaborative environment. The role offers flexibility in work arrangements and international exposure, with projects spanning Poland, Sweden, and China. You’ll be embedded in a global R&amp;D landscape, supporting various initiatives.  How you’ll make an impact  <ul><li>Drive the hardware development of medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems in an R&amp;D environment</li><li>Collaborate on international R&amp;D projects across multiple countries</li><li>Work closely with project leaders, internal customers and suppliers</li><li>Conduct technical troubleshooting on-site (approx. 10% travel)</li><li>Apply power electronic expertise to product development and innovation</li><li>Collaborate with internal engineering teams</li><li>Test and validate new subsystems and systems</li><li>Contribute to technology integration and innovation  </li></ul>Your background<ul><li>At least bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field</li><li>Experience with medium- or high-voltage systems and converter technologies</li><li>Strong understanding of various semiconductor technologies, such as IGCT, IGBT, MOSFETs.</li><li>Hands-on experience in lab-based product development and testing</li><li>Technical expertise in power electronics</li><li>Experience across the full product lifecycle</li><li>Minimum of 12year of experience working with power converters.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, international environment</li></ul>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 also offer you:<ul><li>Diversity: Promotion of diversity and inclusion and cultural offers, credit cards, petrol, etc.) </li><li>Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy </li><li>Discounted conditions in our daycare centres in Baden and Oerlikon </li><li>Extra days off between Christmas and New Year </li><li>Subsidized meals at the locations with canteens</li><li>Discount on membership at various fitness centers </li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

R&D Principal Engineer Power Electronics 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location:Turgi, Aargau, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0107927Date Posted:2025-10-24Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityJoin our Business R&amp;D team in Turgi, where we develop medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems. You’ll work alongside five power electronics engineers and four&nbsp;mechanical engineers in a highly technical and collaborative environment. The role offers flexibility in work arrangements and international exposure, with projects spanning Poland, Sweden, and China. You’ll be embedded in a global R&amp;D landscape, supporting various&nbsp;initiatives. &nbsp;How you’ll make an impact &nbsp;<ul><li>Drive the hardware development of medium-voltage frequency converters and HVDC subsystems in an R&amp;D environment</li><li>Collaborate on international R&amp;D projects across multiple countries</li><li>Work closely with project leaders, internal customers and suppliers</li><li>Conduct technical troubleshooting on-site (approx. 10% travel)</li><li>Apply power electronic expertise to product development and innovation</li><li>Collaborate with internal engineering teams</li><li>Test and validate new subsystems and systems</li><li>Contribute to technology integration and innovation &nbsp;</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>At least bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field</li><li>Experience with medium- or high-voltage systems and converter technologies</li><li>Strong understanding of various semiconductor&nbsp;technologies, such as IGCT, IGBT, MOSFETs.</li><li>Hands-on experience in lab-based product development and testing</li><li>Technical expertise in power electronics</li><li>Experience across the full product lifecycle</li><li>Minimum of 12year of experience working with power converters.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, international environment</li></ul>More about us&nbsp; 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 also offer you:<ul><li>Diversity: Promotion of diversity and inclusion&nbsp;and cultural offers, credit cards, petrol, etc.)&nbsp;</li><li>Numerous exciting career and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy&nbsp;</li><li>Discounted conditions in our daycare centres in Baden and Oerlikon&nbsp;</li><li>Extra days off between Christmas and New Year&nbsp;</li><li>Subsidized meals at the locations with canteens</li><li>Discount on membership at various fitness centers&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

R&D Principal Engineer Power Electronics 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

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