R&D Electrical Engineer for Next Generation Grids Transformers

Location: Lodz, Lodz, Poland Job ID: R0123339 Date Posted: 2026-05-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity:

Join our Next Generation Grids Transformers team in Lodz and shape the future of energy. As an R&D Electrical Engineer, you will work on cutting-edge distribution transformer technologies in a dynamic, international environment. You’ll be part of a collaborative global team, contributing to the full R&D lifecycle—from concept to testing and product launch, ensuring that our solutions meet both technical specifications and market demands. This role offers hands-on experience, technical growth, and the chance to make a real impact in the energy transition.

How you'll make an impact:

Propose and analyze innovative ideas in the electrical design and optimization of next generation distribution transformers to fulfill the challenging technical requirements for new markets.

Organize prototyping and testing activities to validate new technologies /products by interacting with engineering and manufacturing departments globally.

Take ownership of work packages and deliver results using a structured approach

Document your work effectively, obtain conclusions and derive the design rules of the validated solutions.

Engage constructively and collaborate in global team settings, sharing your technical knowledge to support colleagues in achieving timely and high-quality results.

Contribute to intellectual property and risk management activities in R&D

Provide technical support to factories, sales and customers.

Your Background

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or similar, ideally with experience in R&D within a business environment

• Experience in electrical design of transformers is a plus.

• Knowledge of magnetic, dielectric and/or thermal design

• Background in use of electrical FEM simulation is a plus

• Analytical thinking and ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary and international teams

• Strong communication skills in English

• Awareness of business processes related to product development

We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully.

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