Business R&D Electrical Engineer

Hitachi; Guarulhos; On-site; BRL 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY BRASIL LTDA. in Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil, is seeking an ambitious R&D Electrical Engineer to contribute to transformer technology development within a global innovation team, delivering new solutions for core and shell-type transformers.

You will lead and manage R&D projects, maintain technical standards, perform electrical design and prototype testing, and collaborate with international stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master’s or PhD is a plus.
• Experience in electrical engineering, transformer industry or academia.
• Knowledge of advanced numerical simulations and commercial tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop technologies, products, and processes for transformers.
• Lead and manage R&D projects independently, on time and within budget.
• Maintain technical standards and design tools for transformers.
• Perform electrical design and supervise prototype testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and share findings through reports.

Skills

Electrical engineering basics

International teamwork

Problem solving

English/Spanish communication

Innovation mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s or PhD is a plus

Tools

Ansys

Simcenter

Numerical simulations

Job description

Location: Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil Job ID: R0090232 Date Posted: 2025-07-13 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY BRASIL LTDA. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description:

The Opportunity

Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable internal and external standards, procedures, and guidelines. You will work as an R&D Electrical Engineer, contributing to the development of technologies and tools for transformers, as part of a global innovation team.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Propose and develop new technologies, products, and processes for both core and shell-type transformers.
• Lead and manage R&D projects independently, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and with the required quality.
• Maintain and develop technical standards and design tools for transformers.
• Perform electrical design and supervise the manufacturing and testing of prototypes.
• Share knowledge and findings through reports, specifications, and participation in educational programs.
• Evaluate production processes and proactively identify improvement opportunities.
• Support factories in troubleshooting within your area of expertise.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, proposing partnerships and innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master’s or PhD is a plus.
• Previous experience in electrical engineering, either in the transformer industry or academia.
• Knowledge of advanced numerical simulations (e.g., magnetic or dielectric).
• Proficiency in commercial simulation tools (e.g., Ansys, Simcenter).
• Ability to develop custom technical solutions.
• Strong teamwork skills in international environments and excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Innovative mindset, proactive attitude, and problem-solving orientation.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, with strong verbal and written communication skills.