Mechanical Design Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefit programs

Support for personal development

Holistic wellbeing programs

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their innovative team in Finland. This role involves leading the design and development of products, ensuring high standards of quality and functionality. Ideal candidates will possess a mechanical engineering degree and demonstrate strong analytical skills, team collaboration, and effective communication. Both recent graduates and experienced professionals are welcome to apply. Seize this opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking technologies and grow your career in an empowering environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Pro-active attitude, self-motivated, and with a strong sense of ownership.
• Open to change, feedback, and continuous improvement.
• English fluency is required, along with effective local language communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of design specifications and models.
• Conduct thorough design reviews and verifications.
• Monitor and manage project timelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Engage with customers to capture feedback into design solutions.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team for manufacturable designs.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation.
• Identify and implement continuous design improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for the Business Unit Transformers to join our innovative and forward-thinking team in different locations across Europe. In this role, you will lead the design and development of innovative products and systems from concept to completion. You will be responsible for driving projects to success and ensuring that all designs meet the highest standards of quality, functionality, and manufacturability.

Your expertise and leadership will be essential in guiding cross-functional teams and achieving project objectives efficiently.

We’re on the lookout for ambitious recent graduates eager to gain hands‑on experience, as well as experienced professionals ready to expand their horizons. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next big challenge, we offer tailored development paths and a fresh environment full of opportunities to grow, create, and thrive.

You have the opportunity to become part of our team in one of several exciting locations: Poland, Sweden, Italy, Germany, or Finland.

Let’s design your future together.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead the development of design specifications and models, ensuring they meet all relevant standards and regulations.
• Conduct thorough design reviews and verifications, implementing modifications to elevate project quality.
• Monitor and manage project timelines, ensuring design milestones are achieved and projects are delivered on schedule.
• Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and seek opportunities for design innovations.
• Engage with customers to capture and incorporate their feedback into design solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective, selecting optimal materials and components.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation that supports design processes and facilitates knowledge sharing.
• Identify and implement continuous design improvements based on test results and industry best practices, enhancing quality and efficiency.

Your background

• Degree in mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Pro‑active attitude, self‑motivated and with a strong sense of ownership.
• Open to change, feedback and continuous improvement.
• English fluency is required, along with the ability to communicate effectively in the local language of your chosen location.

More About Us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.