R&D Engineer - Electrical

Hitachi; Doddaballapura; Presencial; INR 1.500.000 - 2.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy India Limited in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is seeking an R&D Engineer (Electrical) for the Wet Capacitors product line in the High Voltage Products unit in Doddballapur, Bengaluru, India. This role requires a strong background in HV capacitor design, hands-on development experience, and the ability to work across global teams.

Excellent communication and project management skills are essential. Join a team focused on reliability, advanced dielectric materials, and state-of-the-art

Formación

• Degree in Electrical engineering, preferably post-graduate / master’s degree.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in high voltage capacitor design and development.
• Product knowledge of HV equipment / capacitors.
• Background and experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Ability to work in a global environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of IEC / IEEE / ANSI / IS / ISO / DIN / IP / NEMA standards are preferred.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), strong communication skills in a diverse and global organization.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare / review design data in 3D model/PLM tools like Creo 4.0, Windchill, and SAP.
• Analysis through FEA tools - electrical simulation tools. Plan, perform and review calculation/simulations and qualification tests on various types of capacitors.
• Prepare / review design data in drawing, BOM, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, including DFMEA/DFM/DFA, perform prototyping & testing of capacitors. Prepare design documentation (Development report, analysis report, assembly & test instruction, test specification, etc.).
• Driving products change management process.
• Lead project activities with a proven track-record of Project management.
• Participate constructively in working teams, share own technical/scientific knowledge in own projects and supports colleagues in applying processes and tools to ensure timely and high-quality results.
• Conduct quality case root cause analysis with solid engineering knowledge.
• Product harmonization, upgrades, and maintenance of capacitor products and solutions with high reliability and cost efficiency.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Conocimientos

Electrical design

HV capacitor knowledge

Project management

English communication

Educación

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Masters preferred

Herramientas

Creo 4.0

Windchill

SAP

FEA tools

Descripción del empleo

Location:

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job ID:

R0132162

Date Posted:

2026-08-05

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for an R & D Engineer (Electrical) for the Wet Capacitors product line within the R&D organization in our business unit High Voltage Products in Doddballapur, Bengaluru, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.

Hitachi Energy is a leader in high-voltage technology, offering a wide range of high-voltage products up to 1,200-kilovolt (kV) helping enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of power networks while minimizing environmental impact. Our technology leadership continues to facilitate innovations in power transmission, enabling smart grids and enhancing eco-efficiency.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible in accommodating business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & deliver within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communications skills.

How you’ll make an impact

• You will assume an engineering role in the design & development of capacitor products. You shall be able to demonstrate a strong background in know-how in wet capacitors technology with excellent analytical and project management skills and hands‑on experience with state‑of‑the‑art design, development & reliability techniques.
• On the personal side, we are looking for someone with a technical background and knowledge of Power Quality products (Capacitor), someone that can lead with a positive mindset, analytical capabilities, and a strong drive for collaboration with teams and stakeholders to build the best possible product.
• The engineer should possess a robust foundation in reliability and life testing of insulations and dielectrics, including a thorough understanding of various ageing models and accelerated ageing methodologies. Proficiency in identifying failure modes and differentiating among probability distribution functions is essential. Leveraging this expertise, the engineer is expected to select and apply the most appropriate techniques for estimating the lifespan of specific dielectric materials.
• Within the engineering scope, the role involves characterizing the performance of dielectrics under diverse stress conditions, utilizing multiple parameters to assess behavior. This includes evaluating the effects of moisture and impurities on dielectric properties.
• Additionally, familiarity with sound wave calculations, vibration analysis, and dampers is considered as an asset.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare / review design data in 3D model/PLM tools like Creo 4.0, Windchill, and SAP.
• Analysis through FEA tools - electrical simulation tools. Plan, perform and review calculation/simulations and qualification tests on various types of capacitors.
• Prepare / review design data in drawing, BOM, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, including DFMEA/DFM/DFA, perform prototyping & testing of capacitors. Prepare design documentation (Development report, analysis report, assembly & test instruction, test specification, etc.).
• Driving products change management process.
• Lead project activities with a proven track-record of Project management.
• Participate constructively in working teams, share own technical/scientific knowledge in own projects and supports colleagues in applying processes and tools to ensure timely and high-quality results.
• Conduct quality case root cause analysis with solid engineering knowledge.
• Product harmonization, upgrades, and maintenance of capacitor products and solutions with high reliability and cost efficiency.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• Degree in Electrical engineering, preferably post-graduate / master’s degree.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in high voltage capacitor design and development.
• Product knowledge of HV equipment / capacitors.
• Background and experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Ability to work in a global environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of various IEC / IEEE / ANSI / IS / ISO / DIN / IP / NEMA standards are preferred.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), strong communication skills in a diverse and global organization.
• Innovative & creative thinking ability, problem solving ability.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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For certain roles- particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.