Secondary Design Engineer 80 – 100% (f/m/d) — Hitachi Energy
- Location
- Zurich
- Contract
- other
- Posted
- 37 days ago
Role overview
The opportunity We are looking for a Secondary Design Engineer to join our GIS engineering team.
- The opportunity We are looking for a Secondary Design Engineer to join our GIS engineering team.
Application process
- In this role, you will support the execution of secondary engineering deliverables for high-voltage GIS projects, including Local Control Cabinet (LCC) and digital substation applications.
- You will contribute to engineering documentation across project phases and help deliver high-quality, standard-compliant results while building your expertise in secondary design engineering and tools such as Zuken E3.
- How you'll make an impact Prepare schematics and related engineering documents for GIS secondary engineering scopes, including LCC and digital substation applications Support engineering execution across project phases, from base design and detail design through manufacturing documentation and as-built updates Create preliminary BOMs, reports, and manufacturing documents using approved engineering tools and standard processes Perform structured self-checks and contribute to technically correct, high-quality, and standard-compliant deliverables Support technical clarifications with internal stakeholders, project teams, and factories, and help document and close open points Contribute to continuous improvement, standardization, and engineering best practices, including participation in relevant expert communities Apply internal guidelines, engineering standards, and quality requirements while supporting safe and efficient project execution Your background Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline 2–3 years of professional experience in secondary engineering, design engineering, or project engineering is expected Practical experience with engineering tools such as Zuken E3 or comparable ECAD \/ engineering tools is required Basic knowledge of GIS, secondary engineering principles, and applicable standards such as IEC, IEEE, or ANSI is beneficial Structured and reliable way of working, willingness to learn, and ability to collaborate across functions and disciplines Fluency in English is required;
- German and other languages are an advantage More about us Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all.
- You will work in a collaborative and international environment where innovation, learning, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Hitachi Energy offer for this role?
Hitachi Energy lists CHF 83'000 - 126'000 gross per year for this position in Zurich. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Hitachi Energy offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Hitachi Energy during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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