Senior R&D Engineer Next Generation Grids Transformers

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Join our global R&D team and help shape the Next Generation Grids Transformers technology. As a Senior R&D Engineer, you will lead technical development activities, solve complex engineering challenges, and contribute to innovative products and solutions that support the energy transition. 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 fulfill challenging technical requirements and new market demands. 

How you'll make an impact: 

• Lead technical work packages and key development activities within global R&D projects 

• Propose innovative concepts and perform advanced simulations in electromagnetic design and optimization of distribution, BESS and medium frequency transformers 

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

• Contribute to technology roadmaps, innovation initiatives, and continuous product improvement. 

• Collaborate in global team settings, sharing your technical expertise to support colleagues in achieving timely and high-quality results. 

• Lead intellectual property and risk management activities in R&D 

• Provide technical support to factories, customers and sales teams. 

Your Background: 

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field 

• Several years of experience in transformer design and product development within an industrial business environment 

• Strong technical background in transformer design, insulation systems (air, solid, liquid), thermal performance and cooling, FEM simulation, and testing. 

• Proven ability to lead technical activities and deliver results in cross-functional and international environments. 

• Experience with design of Medium Frequency Transformers is a plus 

• Experience with transformer transient analysis, modelling and simulation is a plus 

• Strong analytical, communication (in English), and problem-solving skills.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. 

We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance

• Access to fitness and wellness programs

• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks

• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home

• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance

• Company events and team‑building activities

• Psychological support program

• Free parking available

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

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