Software Engineer Control and Protection

The opportunity We are looking for a Quality Specialist or Quality Engineer to join GI MACH in Sweden. MACH is a modular advanced control system for control and protection functions. MACH have approximately 500 employees developing electronics hardware and software. You will be a part of a small team responsible for Quality assurance, Process Governance and Product Reliability, which support the MACH organization with specialist competence within Quality. You have a solid background within Quality and knowledge from project management. You will in close cooperation with hardware and software engineers, create good practices and streamline the proactive quality process within R&D. It is an advantage if you have additional experience from software quality processes. 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 so don’t hesitate to apply even if you don’t meet all the requirements. How you’ll make an impact Supporting the organization in driving improvement activities preventing quality issues Proactively evaluate and develop quality processes, measure quality activities, review and coordinate quality assurance activities Process governance and follow up of process adherence Promoter of a positive and proactive quality culture within MACH Continuous improvement driver to enhance development and product quality Perform internal audits and support in external audits Quality support and assurance of product development following Gate Model Your background Quality background is required – preferable within R&D. Engineer degree is not required if you have equal work experience within quality and R&D Demonstrated knowledge within Processes and management systems based on process methods Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance and continuous improvement methods & approaches Six Sigma Yellow belt or 8D, DMAIC, PDCA skills Communication skills, ability to build trust on all levels of the organization Skills in MS Office and common quality management software Adonis process tool knowledge is meritorious Software or electronics background is meritorious Internal auditor and ISO 9001 background is meritorious Knowledge within FMEA methods and standards is meritorious More about us We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact. Recruiting Manager Esbjorn Johansson, esbjorn.johansson@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43.

The opportunity My name is Andrew Carruthers, and hope to be your new manager here in Ludvika. I manage the software department called “Sequence and Interlocking”, which is responsible for providing a safe and reliable operation of the switchgear​ in a HVDC station. This means we solve interlocking principles, status configurations, automated switching sequences and “ready for” conditions among many other things and we are a vital part of any HVDC station. My responsibility as your manager is to provide a culture of inclusion, respect and learning, so it feels exciting, challenging, fun and fulfilling when coming to work. We actively work on both soft skills and support each other in technical challenges and problems. “Team work at its best”, is our goal. The chapters below under “How you’ll make an impact” and “Your Background” is to some extent a wish-list from our perspective, if you have parts of them or think you don’t have all the qualifications necessary, apply and let us decide if we can provide you with a future here with us. We are now looking for several Project Engineers in control and protection software integration, part of HVDC in Hitachi Energy in Ludvika. At HVDC you will create a sustainable future by providing efficient ways to transport electrical power. If you are ready to meet the technological challenges within control and protection systems – together with a team of driven junior engineers and senior experts representing about 43 nationalities – then you can expect an equally exciting and ever-changing time ahead of you. How you’ll make an impact Create concept design for our customized control and protection systems. Work with detailed design, system integration and test-based development. Perform verification of our control and protection schemes – executed in test rooms and on-site. Collaboration is, in other words, a central part of your new position that will provide you with a great starting point in our organization with possibilities of further career opportunities. It will also give you the benefit to travel globally during the commissioning period at the end of each project. Lead a technical area and be part of a dedicated project team, in which we work together throughout all phases of our extensive projects. As an experienced engineer you would be part of a technical expert team providing guidance to junior engineers in technical issues and drive technical discussions with customers. Your background You hold a university degree within a relevant technical area along with competence within system design or electrical expertise. As minimum 5 years work experience in control and protection systems or HVDC or other related experience. It is an advantage if you have worked with commissioning of control and protection systems or if you have experience with control and protection system of HVDC project. Other valuable experience is earlier work with AC relays or digital protections. You have what it takes to plan and organize your own workday. You are a driven problem solver who eagerly takes initiatives and always delivers on time and according to expectations. In this position you are expected to be away abroad for periods of time. Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Swedish is a merit. 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 about us Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! More information: Recruiting Manager Andrew Carruthers, andrew.carruthers@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the 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 can be directed to Talent Partner Julia Wiklund, julia.wiklund1@hitachienergy.com