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

Posted:
2/22/2026, 7:07:14 PM

Location(s):
Zurich, Switzerland ⋅ Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

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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Hitachi America Ltd

Website: https://hitachi.com/

Headquarter Location: Santa Clara, California, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1959

IPO Status: Private

Industries: Consulting ⋅ Industrial Engineering ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Machinery Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mining Technology