R&D Design Engineer - Insulation and Components Global Product Care | Lodz, Poland

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Łódź; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness and wellness programs

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Equipment for home office

Spectacles allowance

Company events

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Design Engineer for the Global Product Care team focused on Insulation and Components. You will develop and optimize mechanical designs for transformers components, collaborating with global factories to meet IEC and other standards.

The role emphasizes simulation, verification, and tool development in ANSYS, with a strong emphasis on manufacturability, cost efficiency, and knowledge sharing across international teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D or engineering.
• Solid mechanical knowledge in electrical insulators or HV components.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience with IEC/IEEE/ISO/ASTM standards and FE analysis using ANSYS.

Responsibilities

• Establish mechanical simulation models for transformer components (bushings, tap-changers).
• Conduct static/dynamic mechanics, seismic, short-circuit, and thermal-structure analyses.
• Provide technical support for R&D, testing, and mass production.
• Develop internal tools for mechanical evaluation and support global teams.
• Collaborate with supply chain to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct design reviews and implement modifications to improve quality.
• Lead projects or play a key role in teams; mentor junior colleagues.
• Act as SME and share knowledge to foster collaboration.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Global collaboration

Ownership mindset

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

R&D Design Engineer - Insulation and Components Global Product Care

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Design Engineer for the Business Unit Transformers to join our innovative and forward-thinking Global Product Care team for Insulation and Components. You will play a crucial role in the development and design of innovative products and systems that meet our customer needs and industry standards. You will collaborate with cross functional teams and factories globally to ensure project specifications are met while adhering to industry standards and design best practices. Your expertise in engineering principles and practices will contribute to optimize designs for performance, functionality, and sustainability.

How you will make an impact

• You will establish mechanical simulation models for transformer components such as bushings, tap-changers and measurement devices, conduct static/dynamic mechanics, model, seismic, short-circuit impact and thermal-structure coupling simulation analysis.
• You will conduct mechanical performance verification in accordance with IEC, IEEE, GB and other international & domestic standards, issue professional simulation reports, provide technical support for product R&D, type test and mass production.
• You will continue to develop internal tools for mechanical evaluations, participate in industrial technical exchanges. Support factories troubleshooting in your domain of expertise and collaborate with global team on evaluation of new R&D solution.
• You will be responsible for ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective, selecting optimal materials and components.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes.
• Conduct thorough design reviews and verifications, implementing modifications to elevate project quality.
• Take on project leadership responsibilities or play a key role within project teams, while supporting and mentoring junior colleagues
• Act as a subject matter expert, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge to foster collaboration and innovation within the team

Your background

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D or engineering, preferably in high voltage equipment or components
• Solid mechanical knowledge, ideally in the field of electrical insulators or high-voltage components
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Should have good understanding of IEC /IEEE/ISO/ASTM Standards.
• Experience in the finite element analysis and in the use of the ANSYS software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to speak with and work together with the technical teams in different parts of the world.
• Proactive attitude, self-motivated and with a strong sense of ownership.
• Open to change, feedback and continuous improvement.

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

Private medical care and life insurance

Access to fitness and wellness programs

Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home

Spectacles and contact lenses allowance

Company events and team‑building activities

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-16

Reference number R0137473

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.