R&D Senior Engineer – Dielectrics and Alternative Insulating Fluids (f/m/d) | Bad Honnef, Germany

R&D Senior Engineer – Dielectrics and Alternative Insulating Fluids (f/m/d)

You will join Hitachi Energy’s Transformers Technology organization, where innovation in insulation systems and dielectric technologies is at the core of our work. The team supports global factories and customer projects worldwide, combining deep technical expertise with real industrial impact.

In this role, you will work at the intersection of research, engineering, and application, contributing to the development of advanced insulation systems and alternative insulating fluids for power transformers. You will collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing sites, laboratories, and external suppliers across regions.

The role requires strong technical depth, ownership, and cross‑functional cooperation. You will grow through hands‑on technical challenges, exposure to global projects, and continuous technology development. This position offers flexibility, responsibility, and strong learning opportunities within an international environment.

How you’ll make an impact

• Conduct dielectric and insulation feasibility studies for power transformers
• Design and optimize solid, liquid, and composite insulation systems
• Perform FEM‑based simulations for electric field and dielectric stress analysis
• Support factories during project execution, troubleshooting, and design clarification
• Develop and improve transformer insulation design software tools
• Collaborate with suppliers, laboratories, and manufacturing teams globally
• Contribute to standards, specifications, and risk assessment improvements

Your background

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials, Dielectrics, or High Voltage Engineering
• Working experience with insulating materials is an advantage
• Proven experience with FEM‑based simulation tools
• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in international and cross‑functional teams

More about us

This role offers exposure to global technology and manufacturing environments.

You will collaborate closely with factories during pilot and customer projects. Willingness to travel is required based on project needs. Application and interview process details will be shared by the Talent Partner. Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Location Bad Honnef, North Rhine‑Westphalia, Germany

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date

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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.