R&D Reliability Engineer - Quality for Transformer Failures (f/m/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Hövel; On-site; USD 86,485 - 103,782; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader seeks an experienced engineer to enhance Transformer reliability and manage test failure analysis. The role involves coordinating with global experts and improving processes with a focus on reliability execution. Applicants should have a Bachelor or Master's in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience. Excellent communication skills are a must. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and making a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in designing Power Transformers.
• Experience in quality functions will be beneficial.
• Very good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities to enhance Transformer reliability.
• Manage test failure analysis and improvements.
• Define strategies for reliability execution.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Project Management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

.**Location:**Bad Honnef, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany**Job ID:**R0120804**Date Posted:**2026-03-12**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity** In this role you will be responsible for coordination and synchronization of activities that are contributing to bettering the Transformer as a product from technology perspective. Your focus will be management and contribution towards Test Failure analysis investigations and improvement coordination on a Global level with company domain experts and Quality operations functions. You will also build up and propose a program for increasing the Reliability of our transformers in the future. **How you’ll make an impact*** Test failure database and software maintenance* Report handling, communication of resolution and oversight from technology perspective on improvement actions* Root cause analysis and improvements of processes* Defining the strategy and process for reliability execution in transformers* Exploring and improving Risk Analysis techniques, product and process testing, Failure Mode Effect Analysis, and field data analysis* Adapting quality tools and methods for technology oversight in Power Transformers* Support during failure analysis* Follow up on defined failure containment and preventive actions **Your background** * Successful study (Bachelor or Masters) in Electrical Engineering – alternatively a comparable technical education* Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Designing Power Transformers* Experience in Quality functions will be beneficial* Experience in Transformer Service will be beneficial* Project Management experience will be an advantage* Willing to work in remote and diverse environment* Very good communication skills combined with knowledge of English language that will allow effective communication## 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 on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.