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R&D Product Safety Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

R&D Product Safety Engineer

Milan, Italy

We are now looking for an R&D Product Safety Engineer. In this role you will be part of GPQSS (Grid Power Quality Solutions & Service). Join our innovative team and play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and reliability of cutting-edge technologies for power grid applications. As a key player in our R&D projects, you will assess and mitigate safety risks, guide teams in applying safety design principles, and develop guidelines for product safety. You will also create and deliver training materials for our engineers, support customer projects, and collaborate with product management to align our safety strategy with customer needs and expectations.

If you want to take the next step in your career and contribute to develop a stronger, smarter, and greener energy system, then join us now! We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with so don't hesitate to apply even though you don't meet all requirements.

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Your responsibilities

  • You will be responsible for assessing and mitigating safety risks in ongoing R&D projects
  • Guide R&D teams in proper application of safety design principles compliant with norms and standards, with focus on applying chemical energy storage technologies for power grid applications
  • Together with the responsible line management define and implement guidelines for Product Safety to be used during Product Development
  • Create training materials and support training of our R&D engineers
  • Support customer projects in product safety issues.
  • Together with our Product management and R&D experts, you contribute to our safety and reliability strategy, engage with end customers and ensure our strategy aligns with needs and expectations.

Your background

  • You have a university degree in engineering, mechanical, electrical, chemical or similar field.
  • Proven work experience from Power generation, oil & gas, power grids or similar.
  • Preferably experience in safety and reliability engineering practices related to chemical energy storage systems on utility scale level, like batteries, super capacitors or hydrogen.
  • Knowledge of the relevant norms, standards and directives (Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive (2006/42/ec), ISO 12100, IEC 60204-1, ISO 13849, IEC 61508, IEC 62061, and proven track record in applying these in an industrial environment.
  • Certified as CMSE (Certified Machinery Safety Expert) or comparable

What we offer

  • Collective agreement
  • Flexible working time
  • Health care and wellness allowance
  • Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
  • Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
  • Various trainings and education supporting employee development
  • Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
  • Supplementary compensation for parental leave
  • Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
  • More benefits could be connected to this specific role

More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today.

Recruiting Manager Matthew Williams, Matthew.williams@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48 or Anders Bengtsson, +46 107-38 56 17; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 48; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Lead Recruiter, Tobias Nilsson, tobias.n.nilsson@hitachienergy.com.

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Client-provided location(s): Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy; Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-99016
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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