R&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer (APMEA)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Łódź; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 16 days

Healthcare benefits

Learning and development platform

International exposure

Green energy leadership

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Vietnam is seeking an R&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer for DTR Liquid-filled distribution transformers. You will lead mechanical design efforts, develop MV switchgear solutions, and translate customer needs into integrated system concepts.

You’ll work with electrical engineers to ensure seamless integration and will assess design options for performance, cost, and manufacturability. The role involves global and location‑centric R&D projects, prototype manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering.
• 3–5 years of mechanical design, mechatronics or applications engineering experience, preferably with transformers.
• Proficiency in Creo Parametric and 3D CAD with knowledge of drawings and product development from R&D to validation.
• Experience applying IEC/IEEE standards with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs and new technologies for MV switchgear and transformer applications.
• Define MV switchgear integrated solutions including layout, structure, and installation requirements.
• Translate customer requirements into integrated system concepts and standardized platforms.
• Ensure electrical-mechanical integration with electrical experts.
• Evaluate design options for performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Execute tasks in global and location‑centric R&D projects.
• Support prototype manufacturing, testing campaigns, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with global technology teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations and guidelines.

Skills

3D CAD tools

Creo Parametric

Mechanical design

Mechatronics

Electrical integration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Mechatronics engineering

Tools

Parametric modeling

Scripting

Low-code tools

Structural simulations

Job description

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Are you ready to power the future? At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just building transformers—we’re transforming the way the world uses energy. We’re looking for aR&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer for DTR Liquid-filled distribution transformerswho’s not just technically skilled, but passionate about driving the global energy transition. This is your opportunity to become a trusted advisor and technical leader in a role that blends engineering expertise with strategic impact.

How you’ll make an impact:

• You will contribute to development of new technologies, concepts, and technical solutions through mechanical design engineering




• You will define and develop MV switchgear integrated solutions for You will transformers, including layout, structural concept, and installation requirements, ensuring manufacturability.




• You will translate application and customer requirements into integrated system concepts, configurations, and standardized product platforms




• You will ensure proper integration of electrical equipment into mechanical design in collaboration with electrical experts




• You will evaluate alternative design approaches considering performance, cost, and manufacturability




• You will execute engineering tasks within Global and location centric R&D projects




• You will participate in feasibility studies, simulations, and concept assessments




• You will develop, modify, and maintain mechanical designs, models, and drawings using CAD tools




• You will define and support prototype manufacturing, participate in testing campaigns, measurements, and validation activities. Analyze test results and propose design improvements




• You will ollaborate with global technology teams, regional engineering, and stakeholders




• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.




• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering field




• 3-5 years of relevant industry experience in mechanical design, mechatronics, or applications engineering, preferably in liquid-filled transformers, distribution transformers, MV Switchgear or related electrical equipment




• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools, preferably Creo Parametric, with strong knowledge of mechanical design, manufacturing drawings, and the product development cycle from R&D to validation.




• Experience in project-based environments, preferably with gate models, and ability to apply IEC/IEEE standards with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.




• Transformer or electrical industry experience, along with exposure to parametric modeling, scripting, low-code tools, and structural simulations, is a plus; good command of English required.

More about us:

At Hitachi Energy Vietnam, we offer a suite of employee benefits to complement our pay offering, supporting employees’ financial, physical and mental wellbeing:

• 16 days annual leave, flexible working policy.




• Benefit according to local standards: Heath-care insurance benefits to employees and their dependents, annual vaccination, summer outing.




• Growth possibility: Learning and development platform, career movement opportunity within organization.




• Possibility to gain experience in international environment.




• Possibility to work for industry leader for green energy solutions.

Please be advised that the benefits provided may differ depending on the employee’s country of hire.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

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.