The Opportunity The High Voltage Laboratory in Ludvika is one of the largest and most advanced high-voltage testing facilities in the world. It plays a vital role in the development, verification, and certification of technologies used across the global power grid. As Department Manager of Technology & Maintenance, you will lead one of the key departments within the laboratory, responsible for technical infrastructure, maintenance, facilities, and long-term development. Working closely with highly skilled specialists and fellow leaders, you will help ensure that the laboratory continues to provide a safe, reliable, and world-class environment for testing and development, both today and in the future. We are looking for an approachable and confident leader who enjoys building strong teams, driving improvements, and creating clarity in a complex environment. You balance day-to-day operational priorities with strategic planning and are motivated by developing both people and the organization. How you’ll make an impact Lead and develop a team of specialists across technology, maintenance, facilities, and infrastructure within the laboratory. Ensure reliable day-to-day operations and future performance of critical equipment and systems. Drive maintenance, improvement, and investment projects that support the laboratory's strategic objectives. Identify needs, plan and contribute to the long-term development roadmap of the laboratory. Monitor and improve department performance, budget, KPIs, and project progress as part of the management team. Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, safety, and accountability. Your Background Previous people management experience within industry, production, maintenance, or other operational areas. Ability to build credibility and collaborate effectively in a highly technical environment. Track record of identifying and driving operational change and continuous improvement. A structured and strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic and operational leadership approach. Effective communication skills in both Swedish and English. We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together. Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2) Group life insurance and additional insurances Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank Health care and wellness allowance Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction) Psychological support program Supplementary compensation for parental leave Various training and education supporting employee development Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations. More about us Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; we therefore encourage you to apply today. Questions can be directed to Hiring Manager Tomas Bergström – tomas.bergstrom@hitachienergy.com or to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Niss – johanna.niss@hitachienergy.com Union representatives: Unionen - Tomas Gustavsson +46 (70) 5120033; SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer - Philip Bengtsson +46 (10) 7382517; Ledarna - Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043(empty)
The Opportunity At Hitachi Energy Components in Ludvika, we are continuing to grow and develop our business. As more employees join our organization and new competencies are required, ensuring a structured and effective approach to onboarding, training, and competency development has become increasingly important. We are now looking for a Training & Development Specialist who will take ownership of our internal training structure and learning processes. This is a newly established role with significant opportunity to influence how onboarding, training, and competency development are managed across our organization. We are looking for someone who enjoys creating structure, coordinating initiatives, and working with a broad range of stakeholders. You are proactive, self-driven, and comfortable building relationships across the business to gather information, drive initiatives, and ensure learning activities are delivered effectively. How you’ll make an impact Coordinate onboarding and support the continuous improvement of the new employee experience. Develop and maintain internal training processes and competency development structures. Coordinate training programs and collaborate with stakeholders across Sweden and globally to ensure relevant and up-to-date training content. Create and maintain training materials, presentations, guides, and learning resources. Support subject matter experts in developing structured and effective training programs. Manage learning systems, training documentation, records, and competency data. Track training KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and support continuous development of learning initiatives. Your Background Experience from a coordination-focused role such as project coordination, HR, administration, executive support, competency management, or similar. Proven ability to navigate a complex organization and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Experience supporting, delivering, or coordinating training and development initiatives is highly regarded. Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the confidence to engage and present across different functions and organizational levels. A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify development opportunities and drive improvements. Professional communication skills in both Swedish and English. We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together. Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2) Group life insurance and additional insurances Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager) Health care and wellness allowance Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction) Psychological support program Supplementary compensation for parental leave Various training and education supporting employee development Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations. More about us Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; we therefore encourage you to apply today. Questions can be directed to Hiring Manager Victor Svensson – victor.svensson@hitachienergy.com or to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Niss – johanna.niss@hitachienergy.com Union representatives: Unionen - Tomas L. Gustafsson +46 107-38 27 47; SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer - Håkan Blomquist 46,107,383,152; Ledarna - Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043
Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden Job ID: R0135545 Date Posted: 2026-07-02 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity We’re looking for a passionate IT/OT Solution Integrator to join our transformation journey as we shift from project-based delivery to modern, product-oriented systems. Our cross-functional team is growing fast, with the aim to reach eighteen team members within a year, creating a dynamic environment where novel ideas and collaboration thrive. In this role, you’ll help create cutting‑edge solutions for platforms based on the integration of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) at HVDC. These platforms are what our global project teams rely on. Your main focus is the OT part, where, among other things, the human machine interface (HMI) and communication protocols reside. With your expertise in HMI development, you will help develop base HMI modules, templates, and object structures that optimize efforts and function as components that work both independently and when integrated with other components, delivering correct services with clear interfaces and remaining exchangeable with alternatives without sacrificing quality. You’ll document your solutions and support testing them to ensure the project team is equipped with correct solutions when delivering to customers. Working at the intersection of IT and OT, you’ll tackle real challenges, build scalable services, and influence how we innovate and collaborate. If you’re motivated to think beyond frameworks, create smart and efficient solutions, and make a meaningful impact across the organization, this is the opportunity for you. How you will make an impact: Develop and maintain base HMI modules using the approved HMI development tools within the IT/OT platforms. Collaborate with IT/OT engineers to integrate HMI with simulation, gateway functions, and IT/OT interfaces. Contribute to establishing a systematic approach to solution design, transforming monolithic codebases into modular, reusable services. Virtualize the execution and simulation environment, helping reduce the cost of infrastructure. Translate technical solution criteria into clear and comprehensive documentation. Your background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Experience with industrial HMI/SCADA platforms. Understanding of object modeling, graphics configuration, security groups, communication, and signal engineering. Proven ability to write clear and effective technical documentation. Experience working in agile teams. Skilled in testing code and creating test cases for developed components. Knowledge of cybersecurity is desirable but not mandatory. Willingness to understand it is required. What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working hours Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various training 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 about us Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! The position might require a background check to be performed Recruiting Manager Zeinab Bakhshi, zeinab.bakhshivalojerdi@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 25 73; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Kevin Galloway kevin.galloway@hitachienergy.com. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. 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