Software Engineer Control and Protection

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The opportunity We are convinced that HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) technology, solutions for energy transfer with direct current at high voltages, is a long-term sustainable solution. The technology is used for energy transmission over long distances and to connect electricity networks with minimal losses. In addition to energy transfer, HVDC technology also alleviates electricity quality problems and can contribute to the stabilization of connected power grids. For offshore wind power or long-distance underwater transmissions, direct current is the only realistic energy transmission alternative. In this role as a control & protection software design engineer at Hitachi Energy, you will be a part of a department which is responsible for automation systems and digital real-time control of the plants and transmissions. The need for this expertise is increasing and we are therefore looking for both freshly graduated students and senior engineers to join our team. Are you ready to contribute to an ultra-relevant industry to save the planet? Do not hesitate to send your application. We appreciate potential and personal commitment equal to experience. We offer you an exciting and stimulating work environment, where you become an important team player collaborating to deliver our world-class technology and developing the best HVDC control for our customers. This role is based in Ludvika, and possible to combine with working from your home-office. How you´ll make an impact You will be part of all phases of delivery, which includes design, maintenance, testing, integration, verification, and deployment of the HVDC control & protection application functions needed for safe and reliable operations of plants and transmission links. Simulation studies The position also includes documentation and customer trainings. You are living Hitachi Energy´s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. Sense of responsibility, and the capability of planning and organizing your daily work and a problem solver who takes initiatives to solve challenges. Your background You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree within the relevant technical area. You have previous experience working with Control & Protection Design. Experience in design and testing of control system. You have an interest or skills within industrial application development and programming. EMTDC/PSCAD skills or similar ones are required As you will be a part of a global business, fluency in English is required, written and spoken alike. Swedish could also be beneficial. Experience in digital technology, signal processing and control system design is seen as an advantage. Experience from the power system industry - for example power system control and protection systems and automation, simulation and modelling procedures (real-time or offline) is also seen as an advantage in the role. 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 benefits could be connected to this specific role More about us Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy. We offer you an exciting and stimulating work environment, where you become an important team player collaborating to deliver our world-class technology and developing the best HVDC Control & Protection for our customers. We value you as a person and believe in personal development. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, please apply today, even if you do not meet all the criteria above. We are hiring for multiple positions. Recruiting Manager Hossein Bayervand, hossein.bayervand@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; 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 Mateusz Kosowicz, mateusz.kosowicz@hitachienergy.com

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

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.

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

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