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In this role, you will lead our local Mechanical Design Team and play an important part in developing our mechanical engineering activities and collaboration across the Transformers organization.\nYou will work closely with other design teams, functions, and the Global Engineering Team, helping ensure that our mechanical design activities meet customer requirements and support successful project delivery. This is an opportunity to make an impact through team development, continuous improvement, and strong engineering practices.\nHow you’ll make an impact\nLead and develop the local Mechanical Design Team while strengthening collaboration with other design teams and functions within Transformers.\nWork in line with the company’s strategy and collaborate closely with the Global Engineering Team.\nEnsure customer requirements are understood and translated into effective, customer-focused solutions.\nPrepare mechanical design plans and follow their progress through to successful delivery.\nEnsure the team has the right resources, capabilities, and tools to meet business needs and deliver projects on time.\nIdentify and implement improvements in mechanical design processes, with a focus on cost, safety, quality, and timely delivery.\nSupport the resolution of non-conformances and ensure appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented within mechanical engineering.\nYour background\nB.Sc. or M.Sc. in mechanical or electrical engineering.\nGood understanding of mechanical engineering, manufacturing processes, and material technology.\nSeveral years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within the transformer business or a similar industrial manufacturing environment.\nStrong understanding of project-based engineering and manufacturing business.\nStrong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines.\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills, combined with self-motivation and a customer-focused mindset.\nStrong coordination and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.\nStrong verbal and written skills in Finnish. Good communication skills in English.\nImprovement-driven mindset and ability to work effectively across functions.\nCapable of balancing speed and accuracy to achieve efficiency.\nMore about us\nInterested in joining the team? We look forward to receiving your application. Apply for the position by 4 December 2026. Please note that interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received, and the position will be filled and closed once a suitable candidate is identified\nFor more information about this role, please contact Jarno Halmeenpää, Engineering Manager, at +358 50 334 7645.\nAccessibility and reasonable accommodation\nQualified 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. 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