R&D Engineer

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A R&D engineer in the field of core technology leads activities to improve core mechanical and magnetic performance, core manufacturing methods while challenging the old routines to further developing a new better suited concept for future and cur-rent transformers. The role will work in close cooperation with experts in different transformer technology field as well as with transformer design and manufacturing specialists.
Working in R&D will give you the possibilities to use your creativity to solve a wide spectrum of challenges. You will have exciting and varied work in front of you where you will get a broad network internally and externally. Work with both the local factory and the global organization within Transformers and have career development opportunities as a Specialist or as a Project Manager.
Your responsibilities
Creating conceptual designs of Transformer core to meet specified requirements (functional, technical, quality, etc…)
Ability to create detailed design and 3D modeling as well as running mechanical verifications using simulation tools
Running Design for Excellence practices (DFA, DFM, FMEA, etc…)
Preparing reports and related documents in accordance with internal and external requirements
Technical standards: Ensure that core-related processes and calculation methods are state of the art. Work with programmers to implement and test new methods in the design software.
Technical support: Support the design, manufacturing, quality and supply chain organizations with technical expertise to ensure that technical requirements are fulfilled.
Technical leadership and knowledge sharing: Coach and provide support and technical advice to colleagues on core-related topics. Maintain a network of engineering professionals to share best practices across different disciplines and locations.

Your background
Master’s or Bachelor’s degree combined with work-life experience in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
3+ Years of experience in Design & Engineering
Domain expertise in Power transformers is a plus.
Fundamental knowledge of using different materials and manufacturing methods
Understanding of electrical, magnetic and thermal phenomena.
Advanced knowledge of 3D CAD software Creo/ProE.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
You will work in dynamic, motivated, and creative teams with a wide range of experience and competence. Through your research and development projects you will become part of global community that will shape and help you to develop your career into a technical or managerial leader!

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before 17th of November! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Nima Sadr-Momtazi, +46 72-562 90 50 will answer your questions about the position.
Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Karolina Czechowski +46 240-68 74 39, Unionen: Yvonne Norgren +46 730-30 50 53, Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 240- 78 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com
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