R&D Senior Engineer Switchgear Monitoring & Automation

Advertised by Try&Hire on behalf of a client · Reference TAH-GUQMU

Discipline
Embedded systems engineer
Region
Zurich, Zurich (ZH)
Client
Energy technology
Advertised on
16.10.2026

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You act as technical lead for a multidisciplinary product development project, defining system requirements and architecture for embedded monitoring platforms in high-voltage switchgear applications.

Your tasks

  • Define system requirements for new monitoring products
  • Create product architectures for embedded platforms
  • Evaluate technologies and recommend technical solutions
  • Lead technical activities across hardware, firmware, and software teams
  • Collaborate with external development partners and internal experts
  • Drive system integration, validation, and testing activities
  • Support cybersecurity and data protection requirements

What you bring

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Engineering, or similar
  • Several years of experience in embedded product development
  • Experience with requirements engineering and system architecture
  • Knowledge of electronics, firmware, software, integration, and testing
  • Experience working in international R&D environments
  • Strong communication skills and fluent English

Conditions

  • Workload: 80–100 %
  • Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

What to expect

  • 80-100% workload
  • 3-6 months interim, then a permanent position

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