R&D associate structural engineer for Global Multi-physic Simulation Team 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
Molinazzo di Monteggio, Ticino, Switzerland
Key information
- Publication date:09 September 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Place of work:Molinazzo di Monteggio, Ticino, Switzerland
Job summary
Join Hitachi Energy as an R&D Structural Engineer, advancing innovative technologies. Collaborate in a dynamic environment with global experts.
Tasks
- Conduct Finite Element simulation of structures under various loads.
- Develop automations for structural and acoustic assessments of products.
- Organize testing activities to validate new technologies and products.
Skills
- PhD/MSc in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required.
- Knowledge of Matlab and materials properties.
- Excellent communication skills and team spirit.
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The opportunity
As new R&D Structural Engineer, you will join our Global Multi-Physics Simulation (GLOMUS) network team in the Technology Center of HITACHI-Energy. You will be part of a group of key people with specific expertise in the fields of electrical, structural, acoustic, thermo-mechanic and fluid-dynamics analyses, simulation and testing. As part of our global R&D community including Technology Centers and Research Centers worldwide, you will contribute to support all factories in the PG Dry, Traction and Distribution Transformers on innovative and challenging research projects. You will focus on developing new technologies and products, optimizing existing ones and on supporting different engineering offices around the world.
How you'll make an impact
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Finite Element simulation of structures subject to all types of static and dynamic loads (fatigue, impulsive, short-circuit, seismic, etc.)
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Develop new automations for the structural, thermomechanical and acoustic assessment of products
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Run feasibility studies, develop new technical concepts, design new products and simulate their expected performances
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Organize prototyping and testing activities to validate new technologies/products
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Support the transfer of technology and knowledge from R&D to engineering department by writing design rules, preparing trainings and collaborating with design tools
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Provide technical support to other departments when needed (engineering, product management, marketing and sales etc.)
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Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business
Your background
- PhD / MSc education in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering field
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Knowledge of Matlab
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Knowledge of materials properties and performance under different environmental conditions
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Action and result oriented mindset
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Innovation spirit, "out of the box" thinking
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Excellent communication skills and team spirit
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Willingness to travel
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Fluent in English
More about us
Bring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career. Join Hitachi Energy and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams. Above all, challenge yourself every day. Let’s write the future together.
