R&D Expert – Insulation Systems & Dielectric Design

Hitachi Energy; Blumenau; Presencial; BRL 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Hitachi Energy in Blumenau, Brazil, seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead R&D initiatives in transient protection for distribution transformers. The ideal candidate should hold a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering and have 4-5 years of relevant experience.

The position involves collaborating across teams to enhance electrical stress assessments and transient calculations, guiding junior engineers, and contributing to innovative solutions in transformer design.

Qualificações

• 4-5 years of experience in transformer design or high voltage insulation systems.
• Basic knowledge of discharge and breakdown phenomena in transformer oil.
• Familiarity with transformer standards (IEC, IEEE).

Responsabilidades

• Lead R&D initiatives for transient protection of distribution transformers.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders on transient mitigation strategies.
• Support onboarding of junior engineers.

Conhecimentos

Electrical engineering expertise

Project management

Transient analysis methodologies

Communication skills

Formação académica

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field

Ferramentas

Electrical FEM simulation

2D circuit simulation

Descrição da oferta de emprego

How You'll Make An Impact

• Grow the transient overvoltage expertise within the DTR Liquid team, covering both internal winding‑induced transients and external waveform‑driven phenomena. Leadership of Transient domain in Oil immersed transformers technology team.
• Lead R&D initiatives and contribute to projects related to transient protection of distribution transformers.
• Reinforce and expand transient calculations capabilities within common design systems and other internal design platforms. Collaborate with software and design teams to embed transient behavior modeling into parametric design tools.
• Assessment of electrical stresses due to transient overvoltages and determination of suitable design criteria for insulation structure.
• Work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers, factory teams, and global stakeholders to ensure alignment of transient mitigation strategies within Liquid Distribution Transformers.
• Contribute to IP disclosures and protection of validated solutions.
• Support onboarding and development of junior engineers in the transient and overall electrical domain, contributing to the long‑term competence build‑up of the team.
• Be ready to support successful completion of a technology project from an overall electrical engineer domain perspective if needed.

Location of the position to be determined upon selection of the successful candidate.

Your Background

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in transformer design, electromagnetic transients, or high‑voltage insulation systems.
• Background in use of electrical FEM simulation or 2D circuit simulation and transient analysis methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of the behavior of electrical insulations including discharge and breakdown phenomena in transformer oil.
• Familiarity with transformer standards (IEC, IEEE) and testing protocols.
• Initiative, creativity, “out of the box” thinking and great attention to detail.
• Collaborative, solution‑oriented approach, and strong communication skills.

We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully.

Publication date: 2025-12-19