Description
The Opportunity
Join our R&D; team at the Córdoba Technology Center, part of the global Technology organization within the Transformer Business Unit. As a Senior R&D; Mechanical Engineer, you will lead initiatives to enhance transformer performance and reliability through advanced mechanical simulations, innovative manufacturing processes, and robust design of external components in collaboration with other R&D; teams.
How you will make an impact
- Lead and execute R&D; projects focused on mechanical simulation, including nonlinear and transient analysis to assess short-circuit forces and structural integrity in transformer components.
- Develop and validate welding and manufacturing processes for transformer tanks and external structures, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.
- Drive innovation in manufacturing techniques, including 3D printing and material characterization for transformer applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate simulation results into design tools and technical standards.
- Contribute to technology road mapping and strategy in mechanical domain.
- Support factory troubleshooting and provide technical guidance on mechanical issues related to transformer externals.
- Prepare technical documentation and reports to communicate findings and support knowledge transfer.
- Engage with external stakeholders (customers, universities, research centers) to foster partnerships and promote technical excellence.
- Lead and manage R&D; projects self-driven on time, on budget, and with the required quality following Hitachi Energy internal standards and processes.
- Assess production processes and proactively identify gaps and areas of improvement.
Your background
- MS degree in Mechanical engineering
- Minimum 5 years of experience in R&D;, engineering, or academic research, preferably in the transformer or energy sector.
- Proficiency in CAD modeling (e.G., CATIA, CREO, NX, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (e.G., Ansys, Comsol, Nastran).
- Strong background in mechanical simulation, welding technologies, and manufacturing process optimization.
- Ability to effectively use external and internal standards and regulations.
- Awareness of intellectual property considerations in the research and development process.
- A structured, problem-solving, self-driven, solutions-oriented approach
- Awareness in power transformer design, including the necessary technical areas and industry standards.
- Familiarity with material characterization and fatigue/ULS analysis.
- Spirit of innovation, out of the box thinking.
- Excellent abilities in teamwork in international teams with excellent interpersonal skills, with strong communication skills.
- Fluent spoken and written English.
More about us
A holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental well-being and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.
For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Adaptable Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language training, Coaching & Assessments.
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