R&D Mechanical Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Blumenau; On-site; BRL 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Blumenau, Brazil, seeks an experienced R&D Mechanical Engineer to contribute to diverse simulations in distribution transformers (thermal or mechanical).

As a member of our global Technology organization within the Transformer unit, you will propose new technologies, maintain standards and design tools, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners. You will also assess production processes, support factories, and help translate findings into reports and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in R&D, engineering, or university research.
• Knowledge in CAD modelling software: CREO, SolidWorks, SolidEdge.
• Experience with advanced numerical simulations (mechanical) and use of commercial tools (e.g. Ansys).
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Propose and develop new technologies, products, and processes for core and shell type transformers.
• Maintain existing and develop new technical standards and design tools for transformers.
• Transfer knowledge by elaborating reports, specifications and educational programs.
• Assess production processes and identify gaps and areas of improvement.
• Support factories troubleshooting in your domain of expertise.
• Develop, manage and expand relationships with stakeholders and external parties.

Skills

CAD modelling

CREO

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

Numerical simulations

English fluency

R&D experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Ansys

CREO

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

Job description

The Opportunity

As R&D Mechanical Engineer, you will be part of the global Technology organization of Business Unit Transformer. As member of our R&D team located in Blumenau (Brazil), you will contribute to the execution of projects involving diverse simulation types in distribution transformers (thermal or mechanical)

The Opportunity

As R&D Mechanical Engineer, you will be part of the global Technology organization of Business Unit Transformer. As member of our R&D team located in Blumenau (Brazil), you will contribute to the execution of projects involving diverse simulation types in distribution transformers (thermal or mechanical)

How You'll Make The Impact

• Propose and develop new technologies, products, and processes for both core and shell type transformers.


• Maintain existing and developing new technical standards and design tools for transformers.


• Transfer your knowledge and findings by elaborating reports, specifications and/or participating in educational programs.


• Assess production processes and proactively identify gaps and areas of improvement.


• Support factories troubleshooting in your domain of expertise.


• Develop, manage and expand relationships with stakeholders, internal functions, Corporate Research Centers and external relevant parties (e.g. customers, universities). Providing proposals for possible partnerships.


• 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.


• Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.


• We are looking for Mechanical Engineering.


• More than 5 years of experience, either in R&D projects, engineering or University research.


• Knowledge in CAD modelling software (CREO, Solidworks, Solidedge)


• Experience with advanced numerical simulations (mechanical simulations), proficiency in use of commercial simulations tools (e.g. Ansys, CREO) and implementation of own solutions shall be well valued.


• Fluency in English required.

All of our job openings are also open to people with disabilities (PwD). We are committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodations whenever needed. We encourage you to apply and take part in our recruitment process to become a member of our team!

Publication date : 2026-10-13