Research Scientist - Gas Insulation for High Voltage (f/m/d)

Location:

Baden-Daettwil, Aargau, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0133058

Date Posted:

2026-06-17

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity
 

Join Hitachi Energy and shape sustainable high-voltage technologies. You will join an international R&D team focused on gas insulation. The team develops eco-efficient solutions for high-voltage applications. You will work on advanced research and industrial implementation.

You will contribute to cutting-edge projects in gas-insulated switchgear. You will collaborate across research centers and business units. The role offers exposure to both theory and practical testing.

You will grow your expertise in high-voltage engineering and gas physics. You will strengthen your skills in simulations and experimental methods. You will work in a collaborative and diverse environment.

This role offers strong development opportunities and technical ownership. You will contribute to future-ready, sustainable energy solutions.
 

How you’ll make an impact

• Actively contribute to research projects in gas insulation applications

• Conduct investigations on dielectric strength, dielectric recovery, partial discharge

• Plan and execute high-voltage experimental studies

• Model, simulate, interpret gas discharge phenomena

• Develop innovative concepts for gas-insulated technologies

• Support design and optimization of HV switchgear

• Collaborate with global teams and external research institutes

• Document results, publish findings and present your work at international conferences
   

Your background
 

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field with application in high voltage engineering

• Strong knowledge of gas insulation and discharge physics

• Practical experience in HV testing

• Expertise in simulation tools such as MATLAB, Python, or COMSOL

• Ability to analyze complex datasets and interpret results using statistical methods, modern AI tools

• Solid English communication skills and structured working style

• Relevant experience in industrial R&D is very beneficial
   

More about us
 

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

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