Hitachi Energy AG
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Secondary Design Engineer 80 – 100% (f/m/d)
- 18 June 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
About the job
The opportunity
We are looking for a Secondary Design Engineer to join our GIS engineering team. In this role, you will support the execution of secondary engineering deliverables for high-voltage GIS projects, including Local Control Cabinet (LCC) and digital substation applications. You will contribute to engineering documentation across project phases and help deliver high-quality, standard-compliant results while building your expertise in secondary design engineering and tools such as Zuken E3.
How you’ll make an impact
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Prepare schematics and related engineering documents for GIS secondary engineering scopes, including LCC and digital substation applications
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Support engineering execution across project phases, from base design and detail design through manufacturing documentation and as-built updates
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Create preliminary BOMs, reports, and manufacturing documents using approved engineering tools and standard processes
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Perform structured self-checks and contribute to technically correct, high-quality, and standard-compliant deliverables
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Support technical clarifications with internal stakeholders, project teams, and factories, and help document and close open points
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Contribute to continuous improvement, standardization, and engineering best practices, including participation in relevant expert communities
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Apply internal guidelines, engineering standards, and quality requirements while supporting safe and efficient project execution
Your background
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Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
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2–3 years of professional experience in secondary engineering, design engineering, or project engineering is expected
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Practical experience with engineering tools such as Zuken E3 or comparable ECAD / engineering tools is required
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Basic knowledge of GIS, secondary engineering principles, and applicable standards such as IEC, IEEE, or ANSI is beneficial
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Structured and reliable way of working, willingness to learn, and ability to collaborate across functions and disciplines
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Fluency in English is required; German and other languages are an advantage
More about us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all. You will work in a collaborative and international environment where innovation, learning, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.