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

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Join Hitachi Energy as a Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer – High Voltage. This role offers a chance to innovate in an exciting environment. Tasks Lead the development of innovative products and technologies. Shape technology strategies and guide project portfolios. Support and mentor junior colleagues in project leadership roles. Skills Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field; 5-10 years experience required. Strong expertise in high voltage component design and development. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. About the job The opportunity Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer – High Voltage to join our innovative and forward-thinking team. In this role, you will take on significant responsibility for the development and delivery of innovative products and technologies. You will leverage your technical expertise to lead key aspects of projects, ensuring that solutions meet the highest standards of quality and performance while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets. This is a high-impact role with excellent opportunities for career growth and development. How you will make an impact Apply your expertise in technologies, tools, and methods to solve complex industrial challenges and develop innovative products and solutions Contribute to shaping technology strategies and project portfolios, helping guide the direction of the organization Work on complex engineering tasks using advanced and innovative techniques to deliver impactful R&D results Take on project leadership responsibilities or play a key role within project teams, while supporting and mentoring junior colleagues Stay up to date with key trends and technologies in your field and proactively drive improvements in operations and customer satisfaction Act as a subject matter expert, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge to foster collaboration and innovation within the team Support business operations and customers as a technical expert and represent the team in internal and external engineering forums Contribute to intellectual property strategy, identify risks, and support effective risk management in R&D projects Your background Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field 5–10 years of experience in R&D or engineering, preferably in high voltage equipment or components Strong expertise in the design and development of high voltage components (experience with bushings is an advantage) Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken Solid understanding of business processes and R&D environments Proven experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration Basic understanding of intellectual property considerations in R&D More about us At Hitachi Energy, you will work in an international and collaborative environment, contributing to innovative technologies that shape the future of energy systems. This role offers the opportunity to address real-world challenges in power grids and sustainability, combining advanced engineering with impactful applications. Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.