R&D Mechanical Engineer - Power Transformers

Location:

Maneja, Gujarat, India

Job ID:

R0090303

Date Posted:

2025-05-07

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Business Information:

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for an R&D Mechanical Engineer - Power Transformers for the Transformers Business to join Power Transformer Technology Centre, Vadodara, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.

Transformers BU team leverages innovative and diverse technology to transform energy, delivering social, environmental, and economic value and enabling a sustainable energy future for current and future generations. The business’s comprehensive portfolio includes power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors, and transformer services. The Company’s transformers have been deployed across power generation, transmission, and distribution to metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. As the grid becomes more complex, the transformers play an increasingly vital role in improving power quality and network management. The Company is proud to introduce its TXpert™ Ecosystem, the next level in transformer digitalization, further advancing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & delivers within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communications skills.

Mission Statement:

Contribute with own ideas to identify, propose and implement innovative technology development and solutions. Solve industrial problems independently. Demonstrate your technical expertise by undertaking a variety of engineering assignments within R&D projects. You will showcase your independent problem-solving skills and contribute to ongoing scientific discussions in your area.

Your Responsibilities:

• Propose and develop new technologies, products, and processes for core type power transformers

• Maintain existing and developing new technical standards and design tools for transformers.

• Transfer your knowledge and findings by elaborating reports, specifications and/or participating in educational programs.

• Assess production processes and proactively identify gaps and areas of improvement.

• Support factories troubleshooting in your domain of expertise.

• Develop, manage and expand relationships with stakeholders, internal functions, Corporate Research Centers and external relevant parties (e.g. customers, universities). Providing proposals for possible partnerships.

• Serve as a valuable R&D project member and, as a potential project or sub-project leader, ensure alignment with goals in time, cost, and quality. Coordinate activities with a strong grasp of R&D processes and tools.

•  Actively participate in engineering networks to enrich your expertise and visibility within your targeted area.

• Recognize the importance of intellectual property to our business, engage in IP discussions, prepare project clearance reports, and identify risks in R&D projects.

• 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

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transformers industry, in R&D projects, power transformers mechanical design.

• High level of knowledge in the required areas for transformer technology.

• Knowledge in 3D CAD modelling software (CREO)

• Experience with advanced numerical simulations (e.g. mechanical simulations), proficiency in the use of commercial simulations tools (e.g. Ansys)..

• Excellent abilities in teamwork in international teams with excellent interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge in ACT and APDL programming in Ansys shall be well valued.

• Solid understanding of the standard body of knowledge in the relevant technical field and solid technical proficiency.

• Willing to work in remote and diverse environments

• Willingness to travel to factories when needed

• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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Experience Level

Senior Level