R&D engineer Rotterdam

Calling all target-driven engineers! Dive into an R&D role in Rotterdam with a gross salary of €3,000 per month. Your mission? Support and innovate low-voltage capacitor products while collaborating with a forward-thinking team. Ready to make an impact? Click apply now!

Employment agency Manpower is looking for a R&D engineer in Rotterdam.

As a R&D engineer you will perform the following working activities: 

• Providing operational support for existing low-voltage capacitor products
• Leading R&D projects or work packages with a structured and goal-oriented approach
• Designing experimental setups, conducting tests, analyzing results, and integrating physical modeling when applicable
• Collaborating with a global R&D team to share knowledge and deliver high-quality, timely outcomes
• Working closely with Hitachi Energy’s Power Grids Research organization and academic partners
• Proposing and developing innovative ideas for new R&D projects
• Documenting project results through technical reports, presentations, and intellectual property creation
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and external partners

What’s in it for you

• Gross salary of €3.000 per month 
• Reimbursement of travel costs 
• Full-time job of 40 hours a week 
• Direct contract with our client 

Our client is a leader in driving a sustainable energy future for everyone. The High Voltage Products division is pivotal in the energy transition, specializing in the development, production, and marketing of innovative HVAC and HVDC solutions, such as capacitors, surge arresters, circuit breakers, and cooling systems.
 
We can’t give you any more information about the organization. When you have progressed in your application we’ll be happy to share more information with you.

Working hours
The working hours in this position are during regular office hours.

• PhD or MSc in Dielectrics, High Voltage (HV) Physics, or Electrotechnology
• Minimum of 5 years in film capacitors or film metallization (product or process)
• Strong analytical skills for designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments
• Proficiency in material science, insulation systems, and thermal management
• Experience in modeling and characterization of HV capacitors or HV devices with solid insulation
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Experience in project management and technical leadership (preferred)
• Familiarity with Multiphysics integration tools and techniques         
• Ability to work effectively in a global team with diverse stakeholders
• Passion for sustainability, innovation, and continuous learning
• Strong analytical mindset with a target-oriented working style
• Excellent ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• A proactive approach to identifying and developing new R&D opportunities
• Availability of 40 hours per week 

Do you meet the job requirements and are you interested in this position? Apply today and Manpower will contact you within two working days!