Internship in Mechanical and System Simulations for High Voltage Circuit Breakers 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi, Ltd.; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 20.000 - 27.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Mentorship

Flexible working conditions

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi, Ltd. in Zürich, Switzerland, invites engaged students and graduates to join an innovative engineering team focused on SF6-free high-voltage circuit breakers.

This nine‑ to twelve‑month internship offers hands‑on experience with simulations, measurements, and cutting‑edge tools. You will learn from mentors, own meaningful tasks, and contribute to interdisciplinary design decisions while developing skills in Python, Modelica, Dymola, and ABAQUS.

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled student (preferably Master) or graduate in physics, mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• Basic knowledge of simulations in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of mechanics and material strength; ABAQUS or similar FE code advantageous.
• Knowledge of Modelica language and Dymola advantageous.
• Strong programming skills and interest in Python.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative independently.

Aufgaben

• Support development of SF6-free high‑voltage circuit breakers through simulations.
• Perform system simulations of circuit breakers to support design decisions.
• Pre and post processing of simulations models and results.
• Test data analysis and preparation of the simulation input files.
• Use and further develop internally established simulation tools.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary project teams in circuit breaker development.

Kenntnisse

Python programming

English fluency

Collaboration

Initiative

Ausbildung

Master's or Bachelor's in Physics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

ABAQUS

Modelica

Dymola

Internal simulation tools

Jobbeschreibung

The opportunity

Join an innovative and collaborative engineering team shaping the future of high-voltage technology. You will contribute to the development of next-generation SF6-free circuit breakers in a supportive and knowledge-sharing environment. This role offers hands‑on experience with simulations, measurements, and cutting‑edge engineering tools. You will learn from experienced mentors while taking ownership of meaningful tasks. The position supports continuous learning, curiosity, and professional growth. Duration of the internship is 9‑12 months.

How you’ll make an impact

• Support development of SF6-free high‑voltage circuit breakers through simulations
• Perform system simulations of circuit breakers to support design decisions
• Pre and post processing of simulations models and results
• Test data analysis and preparation of the simulation input files
• Use and further develop internally established simulation tools
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary project teams in circuit breaker development

Your background

• Enrolled Student (preferably Master) or Graduate in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Basic knowledge of simulations associated with mechanical and electrical engineering applications
• Knowledge of mechanics and material strength (practical skills in ABAQUS or similar finite element code is advantageous)
• Knowledge and practical skills of Modelica language and Dymola are advantageous
• Strong programming skills and interest in Python
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative independently

More about us

We are a technology-driven company with a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable manufacturing. We offer flexible working conditions, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow personally and professionally – empowering you to thrive while balancing life and work.

Non-EU/EFTA citizens, please note that an official university certificate showing that an internship is a mandatory part of your studies is required.