R&D Engineer – High Voltage Switchgear (f/m/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Karlstein am Main; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days vacation

Bonuses

Holiday pay

Christmas pay

Pension scheme

Family-friendly benefits

Wellpass access

Career growth

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Germany AG in Karlstein am Main seeks an R&D Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team working on high-voltage switchgear and components. You will design dynamic mechanical components, analyze performance under demanding conditions, and contribute to product lifecycle management.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Engineering degree with several years in R&D or design, with hands-on CAD (Creo) experience, and familiarity with DIN/EN standards; fluency in German and English is

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable field.
• Hands-on experience in design of dynamic mechanical components and systems; evaluation of component quality (hydraulics a strong advantage).
• Good understanding of kinematics, force transmission, fatigue, vibration, and dynamically loaded systems.
• Strong knowledge of standards/regulations (DIN, EN) and testing principles.
• Experience with 3D CAD design (Creo), SAP R/3, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop dynamic mechanical components, mechanisms, and drive systems with attention to kinematics, loads, fatigue, vibration and long-term reliability.
• Analyze, implement, and approve engineering changes as part of product lifecycle management.
• Dimension and design components based on defined technical requirements.
• Plan and conduct tolerance analyses and derive necessary design improvements.
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate validation tests, including collaboration with external laboratories.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and work with global, cross-functional teams.

Skills

Kinematics and dynamics

Fatigue and vibration

Component quality evaluation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Creo

SAP R/3

Technical documentation

Job description

Location: Karlstein am Main, Bavaria, Germany

Job ID: R0146974

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: The opportunity In this role, you will become part of a multidisciplinary project team and work as an R&D Engineer within a global organization. Your focus will be on the development of high-voltage switchgear and key components, such as circuit breaker operating mechanisms. A key aspect of this role is the design and optimization of dynamic mechanical components and assemblies, ensuring reliable performance under demanding operating conditions. This position offers a broad and exciting scope, covering topics across mechanical engineering and failure analysis, with strong interaction with materials science experts, electrical engineering teams, and factories. We are looking for technically skilled and motivated team players who thrive in an international environment. If you bring a structured, creative, and responsible way of working, combined with flexibility and strong problem-solving skills, we would love to hear from you.

How you’ll make an impact

• Design and develop dynamic mechanical components, mechanisms, and drive systems, considering kinematics, load cases, fatigue, vibration, and long-term reliability requirements
• Analyze, implement, and approve engineering changes as part of product lifecycle management
• Dimension and design components based on defined technical requirements
• Plan and conduct tolerance analyses and derive necessary design improvements
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate validation tests, including collaboration with external laboratories
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation
• Actively contribute to global, cross-functional teams and initiatives

Your background

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable field, with several years of professional experience in R&D or design engineering
• Hands-on experience in the design of dynamic mechanical components and systems, as well as in the evaluation of component quality (experience in hydraulics is a strong advantage)
• Good understanding of kinematics, force transmission, fatigue, vibration, and the behavior of dynamically loaded systems
• Strong knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (e.g., DIN, EN, material specifications)
• Experience in planning, executing, and analyzing tests and experiments
• Experience with 3D CAD design (Creo), SAP R/3, and technical documentation
• Strong technical mindset with an interest in business processes and product lifecycle
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken

More about us

The opportunity to shape your role in a growing market and dynamic work environment.

Attractive compensation in line with IG Metall standards, including:

• 30 days of vacation
• Additional bonuses and benefits
• Holiday and Christmas pay
• Structured onboarding with dedicated support
• Employer-funded pension scheme and retirement benefits
• Family-friendly benefits, including holiday childcare programs and childcare support
• Access to over 7,500 partner fitness studios across Germany with the EGYM Wellpass
• Exciting career growth and professional development opportunities

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