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Hitachi · Baden, AG, CH

# Research Scientist – Experimental Reliability Physics (f/m/d)

Baden, AG, CH Full-time Research & Science 

Listed on Hitachi’s official careers site. Posted November 6, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Hitachi’s careers site →](https://careers.hitachi.com/research-scientist-experimental-reliability-physics-f-m-d/job/R0135370)

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## Job description

### The opportunity Empower the Future with Hitachi Energy

Join us as a Scientist in Physics of Failure & Reliability and apply first-principles thinking and scientific methods to develop innovative reliability engineering approaches that contribute to the success of a technology-driven company. We are looking for a passionate and proficient scientist to join us in reliability research for power grid assets and systems. As part of our dynamic, motivated, and creative team, you will bridge theory and application through experimental research, developing, designing, testing, and validating novel methods and technologies to understand degradation mechanisms and improve the reliability of future power grid assets.

### How you'll make an impact You drive impact

Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects by focusing on the underlying physics of failure, ensuring that reliability enhancements for power grid assets are grounded in a deep understanding of how application stresses translate into real-world failure mechanisms. Design and execute experiments to investigate degradation and failure mechanisms under realistic operating conditions You innovate: Proactively seek out emerging knowledge in failure physics and develop novel experimental approaches to validate scientific hypotheses and improve system reliability, keeping the team at the cutting edge of reliability science and its practical applications You take initiative: Collaborate with a global team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy Research and Hitachi Energy business units.

Help identify and solve real-world problems, inspire opportunities for further improvement, and contribute to accelerating the implementation of innovative technologies You connect: Build relationships within the company and actively share your knowledge and expertise You communicate: Disseminate your results through scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports Your background PhD in experimental physics, materials science, electrical engineering, or a related field

Expertise in physics of failure, failure investigation, root-cause analysis, and reliability modeling, combined with strong data analysis skills and accurate interpretation of results Hands-on experience in designing and conducting experiments, developing test methods, and using advanced materials characterization techniques to investigate degradation and failure mechanisms Industry or post-doctoral experience in energy technology or related industries such as automotive, rail, aerospace, or telecommunications, with a focus on product reliability improvements, is a plus

Fluency in English, both written and spoken More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

### Additionally, you can expect

Work on cutting-edge technologies Opportunity to grow into a technical expert within a rapidly developing business Collaboration within a highly skilled, international R&D team

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Nov 6, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 9, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 9, 2026
- Listed for: 3 days
- Location: Baden, AG, CH
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Hitachi’s careers site →](https://careers.hitachi.com/research-scientist-experimental-reliability-physics-f-m-d/job/R0135370)

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