Senior R&D Mechanical Designer

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0057273

Date Posted:

2024-08-19

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

For our Technology Center in Zürich, Switzerland, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Mechanical Designer to lead the development of high-voltage dry-type bushings. If you possess extensive expertise in mechanical design, strong experimental skills, and a keen sense of emerging trends, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our innovative projects.

You will thrive in our dynamic and inspiring environment, working closely with other technology centers and manufacturing sites. You will have the autonomy to work in motivated, cross-disciplinary teams that bring a wealth of experience and expertise. We also offer excellent opportunities for further career advancement, both within Switzerland and internationally.

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Your responsibilities

• Strong project participation for products and technology development of dry-type bushings
• Developing, advancing, and optimizing solutions for dry-type bushings
• Designing 3D models and 2D drawings of the products under development
• Providing suggestions and solutions to optimize parts and designs, with a focus on cost competitiveness and quality improvement
• Addressing manufacturability of components with suppliers through a combination of design for manufacture and design for assembly analysis
• Analyzing problems and offering technical assistance
• Creating and maintaining BOM and material master data in SAP

Your background

• Degree in mechanical design or materials (i.e. training EFZ designer)
• Sound experience in mechanical design, possibly related to High voltage components
• 3-5 years of experience and familiarity with 3D modelling tools like CREO&PDM etc.
• Experience in manufacturing and various production methods, materials, and standards (ISO, DIN, IEC..)
• Experience in mechanical f.e.m. simulation is considered a plus (Ansys, etc.)
• Experience with should-costing and value design engineering is considered an advantage
• Fluent in English, good German skills of advantage but not necessary
• Reliable and independent personality with a high degree of initiative