Senior R&D Engineer – Traction Transformer Design 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi, Ltd.; Satigny; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi, Ltd. invites an experienced senior engineer to join the Traction Transformer Platform development team in Switzerland.

You will advance mechanical design tools and automation, support a global engineering network, and drive standardization and knowledge sharing to improve transformer design efficiency and quality. Responsibilities include defining design rules, integrating tools with Windchill PLM and SAP data processes, and training users while ensuring compliance with international

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience in mechanical design of traction transformers.
• Advanced Creo knowledge with parametric design and automation.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and Visual Basic.

Aufgaben

• Define, standardize, document, and improve design rules for traction transformer design automation tools across teams.
• Ensure design rules are robust and compliant with standards.
• Coordinate development and maintenance of automated design tools with global team members.
• Develop and enhance CAD models and parametric design solutions using advanced automation technologies.
• Ensure integration of design tools with Windchill PLM, BOM, and SAP data processes.
• Train and support users and developers on design automation tools and best practices.
• Monitor applicable internal and external standards and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement and technology scouting within design automation.

Kenntnisse

Creo

MATLAB

Python

Visual Basic

English

Ausbildung

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Windchill PLM

SAP data processes

BOM

Jobbeschreibung

The opportunity

We are looking for a senior engineering professional with extensive experience in traction transformer design and engineering automation. As part of the Traction Transformer Platform development team, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining the mechanical design tools that support our global engineering organization. Collaborating with experts across multiple locations, you will drive the evolution of design automation solutions, support users worldwide, and contribute to engineering excellence through standardization, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on a critical platform that directly influences the efficiency and quality of our transformer design processes.

How you’ll make an impact

• Define, standardize, document, and continuously improve design rules for traction transformer design automation tools in collaboration with R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement teams.

• Ensure design rules are robust, practical, and compliant with customer, internal, and international standards.

• Coordinate the development and maintenance of automated design tools with global team members across multiple locations.

• Develop and enhance CAD models and parametric design solutions using advanced design automation technologies.

• Ensure seamless integration of design tools with Windchill PLM, Bill of Materials (BOM), and SAP-related data processes.

• Train and support users and developers on design automation tools and best practices.

• Monitor applicable internal and external standards and ensure ongoing compliance.

• Drive continuous improvement and technology scouting within the design automation domain

Your background

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

• Extensive experience in the mechanical design of traction transformers

• Advanced knowledge of Creo, including parametric design, part and assembly modeling, and automation through parameter-driven development

• Solid programming skills with hands-on experience in MATLAB, Python, Visual Basic, or similar engineering software tools

• Professional proficiency in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively in an international environment.

• Self-motivated and proactive professional with a strong team-oriented mindset and the ability to work effectively both independently and within global cross-functional teams

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow