R&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer (APMEA)

Location: Bac Ninh, Bắc Ninh, Vietnam Job ID: R0123352 Date Posted: 2026-06-17 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Are you ready to power the future? At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just building transformers—we’re transforming the way the world uses energy. We’re looking for a R&D Mechanical and Applications Engineer for DTR Liquid-filled distribution transformers who’s not just technically skilled, but passionate about driving the global energy transition. This is your opportunity to become a trusted advisor and technical leader in a role that blends engineering expertise with strategic impact. How you’ll make an impact: Your background: You will contribute to development of new technologies, concepts, and technical solutions through mechanical design engineering You will define and develop MV switchgear integrated solutions for You will transformers, including layout, structural concept, and installation requirements, ensuring manufacturability. You will translate application and customer requirements into integrated system concepts, configurations, and standardized product platforms You will ensure proper integration of electrical equipment into mechanical design in collaboration with electrical experts You will evaluate alternative design approaches considering performance, cost, and manufacturability You will execute engineering tasks within Global and location centric R&D projects You will participate in feasibility studies, simulations, and concept assessments You will develop, modify, and maintain mechanical designs, models, and drawings using CAD tools You will define and support prototype manufacturing, participate in testing campaigns, measurements, and validation activities. Analyze test results and propose design improvements You will ollaborate with global technology teams, regional engineering, and stakeholders You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. 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. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering field 3–5 years of relevant industry experience in mechanical design, mechatronics, or applications engineering, preferably in liquid-filled transformers, distribution transformers, MV Switchgear or related electrical equipment Proficiency in 3D CAD tools, preferably Creo Parametric, with strong knowledge of mechanical design, manufacturing drawings, and the product development cycle from R&D to validation. Experience in project-based environments, preferably with gate models, and ability to apply IEC/IEEE standards with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Transformer or electrical industry experience, along with exposure to parametric modeling, scripting, low-code tools, and structural simulations, is a plus; good command of English required. More about us: At Hitachi Energy Vietnam, we offer a suite of employee benefits to complement our pay offering, supporting employees’ financial, physical and mental wellbeing: 16 days annual leave, flexible working policy. Benefit according to local standards: Heath-care insurance benefits to employees and their dependents, annual vaccination, summer outing. Growth possibility: Learning and development platform, career movement opportunity within organization. Possibility to gain experience in international environment. Possibility to work for industry leader for green energy solutions. 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