R&D Mechanical Senior Engineer for Power Transformers

.R&D Mechanical Senior Engineer for Power Transformers page is loaded## R&D Mechanical Senior Engineer for Power Transformerslocations: Cordoba, Cordoba, Spaintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0100791**Location:**Cordoba, Cordoba, Spain**Job ID:**R0100791**Date Posted:**2025-11-18**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job 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.## 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, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language training, Coaching & Assessments.## Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. 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