1,859,953open jobs
109,798companies
258,795added this week
Browse all
Salary
≈ $69k – $117k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Zurich)
Seniority
Junior
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. Hitachi scores A on the Alion truth index.

Overview
Company
Impact
Profile match
Hitachi is a Japanese conglomerate founded in 1910 by Namihei Odaira as an electrical repair shop inside a copper mine, which grew into one of the country's largest industrial groups. After a decade of restructuring it now concentrates on digital systems and services, green energy and mobility, selling grid equipment through Hitachi Energy, trains and signalling through Hitachi Rail, and storage and data platforms through Hitachi Vantara. Its Lumada portfolio ties operational technology to software, and the 2021 acquisition of GlobalLogic gave the group a large digital engineering arm serving customers outside Japan.

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0147448

Date Posted:

2026-10-08

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Engineer to join our high voltage gas-insulated switchgear engineering team. This role involves supporting project planning, design, and implementation activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical or mechanical engineering, a keen interest in high voltage technology, and a desire to grow within the industry. Join our team!

How you will make an impact

  • Assist in the execution of customer projects and work together with lead engineers during different project phases
  • Support the design of gas-insulated switchgear systems, including single-line diagrams and layout drawings
  • Prepare and maintain project documentation in line with the applicable standards and customer specifications
  • Handle various supporting tasks within the engineering department, for example support in the creation of internal documentation and engineering guidelines
  • Process special material orders from R&D according to the defined process
  • Contribute to continuous learning and improvement through analyzing quality issues and supporting the implementation of improvements
  • Assist in troubleshooting and resolve technical issues to ensure project success
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Switzerland and India, for example engineering, project management, sales, supply chain management or production
  • Occasional travel to customer meetings or site visits

Your background

  • Technical qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Initial experience in high-voltage switchgear engineering is highly desirable
  • Knowledge of SAP and 2D/3D design tools such as Creo or AutoCAD is considered an advantage
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required
  • Independent, structured, and proactive working style with the ability to collaborate effectively in an international team environment
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Fluency in German and English; additional languages are an asset
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to technical discussions and coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers

More about us

Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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 ageneral inquiry formon 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.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well asHitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

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.

Free account
Stop reading job ads. Get the ones that fit.
One free account turns this page into a shortlist built around your stack, your level and your pay.
Match on every job. Stack, seniority, pay and location, scored against your profile.
1,859,953 open roles. Read straight off company career pages, refreshed every day.
Unlimited applications. Every one you send is tracked in one place, on-site or on a company board.
3 tailored CVs a month. Rewritten for the exact job you are applying to. Included free.
Create a free account Continue with Google
Free forever. No card. Under a minute.

Your match

How well do you fit this role?
Two answers are enough for a real match. No account needed.
Check my fit
Answers stay in this browser until you create an account.

Recommended for you based on this role

Industrial Engineering
Similar stack
Same company
Zurich
Simulation Engineer 1 hour ago
≈ $77k – $159k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • Hägglingen
Python
SQL
AI/ML
Computer Vision
Machine Learning
Analytics
Power BI
Apply
≈ $71k – $146k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • Gossau
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
$56k – $58k per year • In office • Full-Time • 3+ years exp • Bachelor's Degree • Savannah
Apply
≈ $34k – $94k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • Gällivare
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $34k – $94k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • Skellefteå
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $68k – $123k per year (Estimated) • Equity • In office • Full-Time • 3+ years exp • Bachelor's Degree • Waukesha
Design
AutoCAD
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $100k – $197k per year (Estimated) • In office • Bachelor's Degree • Auburn Hills
Design
AutoCAD
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $57k – $106k per year (Estimated) • In office • 2+ years exp • Bachelor's Degree • Tampa
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $67k – $113k per year (Estimated) • In office • 5+ years exp • Bachelor's Degree • Vancouver
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $58k – $113k per year (Estimated) • In office • 5+ years exp • Billings
Management
Microsoft Office
Apply
≈ $29k – $67k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • 10+ years exp • Bachelor's Degree • Shanghai • Beijing
Analytics
Power BI
Apply
≈ $24k – $54k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • 3+ years exp • Beijing
Analytics
Power BI
Apply
Project Lead Engineer 11 days ago
≈ $51k – $132k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • 3+ years exp • Bachelor's Degree • Vaasa
Apply
Order Design Engineer 11 days ago
≈ $38k – $105k per year (Estimated) • Hybrid • Full-Time • Ludvika
Apply
Hybrid • Full-Time • Bachelor's Degree • Mannheim
Apply
≈ $133k – $227k per year (Estimated) • Equity • In office • Full-Time • Zurich
AI/ML
Physical AI
Apply
$64k per year • In office • Part-Time • 5+ years exp • Zurich
Apply
Hybrid • Full-Time • 10+ years exp • Zurich
Apply
≈ $115k – $273k per year (Estimated) • In office • PhD • Zurich
Python
AI/ML
RLHF
Reinforcement Learning
JAX
AI Agents
NLP
PyTorch
Gemini
LLM
DPO
PPO
Post-training
Reward Modeling
Machine Learning
Apply
≈ $70k – $192k per year (Estimated) • In office • Full-Time • Zurich
Apply
See all jobs
This is one of many
1,859,953 more open roles from verified company boards, updated every day.