R&D Mechanical Simulation Engineer - Bushings

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited is seeking a Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join the R&D team in Vadodara, India. The role focuses on validating bushing designs through advanced FEA simulations and collaborating with global R&D teams.

You will leverage ANSYS or COMSOL, develop deterministic simulation workflows, and contribute to product validation within the insulation and components portfolio. Relocation may be considered for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering with strong FEA knowledge.
• 5+ years of industrial experience performing mechanical simulations using FEA.
• Proficiency with commercial FEA tools (ANSYS or COMSOL) and scripting in C++, Python, or Java.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical simulations using FEA to validate bushing designs.
• Iterate analyses to improve accuracy of simulation results.
• Support engineering teams and manufacturing units with simulation-driven insights.
• Prepare comprehensive reports communicating FEA results to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams on innovation programs and knowledge sharing.

Skills

FEA expertise

Programming (C++, Python, Java)

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

Location: Maneja, Gujarat, India Job ID: R0142581 Date Posted: 2026-08-31 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: The opportunity Hitachi Energy is looking for a Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join R&D team in Vadodara, India. R&D organization in Global Product Group (GPG) oversees Product and Technology development projects. These projects contribute to ramp up our innovation capabilities and support our strong business growth. The above role is an opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join product-focused Global Organization which aims to launch products and platforms more swiftly, seizing market opportunities, and enhancing our competitive edge. The profile is set to execute R&D roadmap under product line of ‘Bushings and insulation’ within GPG of ‘Insulation and Components (I&C)’ of the Business Unit Transformers at Hitachi Energy. Bushing R&D team in India is a multifaceted and diversified team of engineers who play a pivotal role in developing channels to integrate new solutions, technologies, and materials into our product portfolio. The team holds strong competencies in project management, product design, FEM simulations, high-voltage testing, and supply chain management. FEM simulation is an integral part of design validation and product evaluation. A mechanical engineer who has strong knowledge of advanced FEA and significant working experience with commercial FEM software would be an ideal candidate for this role. The position offers relocation based on candidate’s eligibility. Our legacy as market leaders in R&D and innovation sets the path to continue evolving individually and professionally. By setting ourselves up for success, Hitachi Energy would be a great place to work for future growth and embark on this exciting journey together.

How you’ll make an impact

• Perform mechanical simulations using FEA in ANSYS and/or COMSOL to validate bushing design
• Iteratively analyze FEA controls and process parameters to improve accuracy of simulation results
• Support engineering teams and bushing manufacturing units to simulate product operations and testing
• Provide solutions to R&D and engineering teams based on results of design validation and product evaluation
• Use object-oriented programming and application builder in FEA software to make digitalized product platform
• Use design and simulation parameters in CAD and FEA software respectively to develop customization toolkit
• Prepare comprehensive simulation reports to communicate FEA results and evaluation with internal customers
• Coordinate with global R&D teams to work for innovation programs, trainings, and knowledge sharing sessions

Your background

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering along with a strong subject knowledge of FEA
• 5+ years of industrial experience in product validation by performing mechanical simulations using FEA
• High level proficiency of using mechanical module in commercial FEA software, either ANSYS or COMSOL
• Strong working experience of performing linear and nonlinear static, dynamic, and transient analyses
• Knowledge of isotropic and orthotropic material properties, failure theories, elastoplastic analysis
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming and scripting languages like C++, Python, Java etc.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English language

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