Junior High-Voltage Project Engineer – Gas-Insulated

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Zürich; On-site; CHF 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to join the high voltage gas-insulated switchgear team in Zurich. You will assist in project planning, design, and implementation, working with lead engineers and cross-functional teams across Switzerland and India to deliver successful outcomes.

You should have a foundation in electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on high voltage technology, and a desire to grow within the industry.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Initial experience in high-voltage switchgear engineering is desirable.
• Knowledge of SAP and 2D/3D design tools such as Creo or AutoCAD is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Fluency in German and English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of customer projects and collaborate with lead engineers.
• Support the design of gas-insulated switchgear systems, including diagrams and layouts.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation per standards and customer specs.
• Provide support in internal documentation and engineering guidelines.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolve technical issues to ensure project success.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams in Switzerland and India, including engineering, PM, sales, supply chain, and production.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

German-English Fluency

Microsoft Office

Analytical Thinking

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Tools

SAP

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to join the high voltage gas-insulated switchgear team in Zurich. You will assist in project planning, design, and implementation, working with lead engineers and cross-functional teams across Switzerland and India to deliver successful outcomes.

You should have a foundation in electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on high voltage technology, and a desire to grow within the industry.