Hardware Development Project Lead

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The opportunity We are looking for several motivated and highly qualified Control Application Engineers to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for the control and protection software in our customer projects across the globe. As part of Hitachi Energy’s Global Center of Competence for FACTS engineering, you will work closely with other engineering teams, sub suppliers, project managers, customers, and other Hitachi units in an international environment. You will follow a project from start to finish — from tender, design, implementation, testing and verification, all the way to the final energization at site. We welcome applications from experienced professionals, as well as younger applicants who are keen to take their careers to the next level. How you’ll make an impact Design, implement, test and debug control logic and power control algorithms for FACTS devices. Perform combined testing of the control system software and hardware using realtime simulators. Understand customer needs by reading customer specifications, participating in customer meetings and verifying compliance with customer requirements in factory acceptance test. Maintain extensive contact with other engineering groups, lead engineers, local Hitachi Energy offices, and customers throughout the project. Travel to site to assist with energization, working closely with local teams ensuring the system starts up safely and performs as expected. Demonstrate strong responsibility and ownership, with the ability to plan and organize daily work effectively. Your background Hold an M.Sc. in Engineering, with a specialization in Power Systems, Control System, power electronics, automatic control theory, software engineering or similar technical field. Experience in software development, programming and testing. Engineering experience in control theory, power systems, including plants, converter stations, automation, FACTS, or HVDC is beneficial. Knowledge and previous experience of power quality applications, active/reactive power concepts and MACH™ control system will be an added advantage. Since you will be working in an international environment it is essential that you communicate fluently in English, Swedish language skills are considered as an advantage. 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 Recruiting Manager Lars Olsson, lars.olsson@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 and Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Julia Wiklund, julia.wiklund1@hitachienergy.com

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The Opportunity We are looking for an Electrical Lead Engineer to join our team at Grids and Power Quality Solutions. GPQSS is working with FACTS applications in Västerås, Sweden. FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) technology enables power system owners to increase capacity in the existing electric power system while improving electrical stability. As a result, more power reaches the customer with a minimal environmental impact and at lower investment costs compared to alternative solutions.   You will be part of a dedicated and skilled team where you as a Lead Engineer are accountable for order design and customer documentation for our projects. You will also have opportunities to improve our quality and cost footprint by contributing to the base design platform, our processes, and tools. This is a varied and exciting role where you will work in close collaboration with colleagues, both junior and senior, locally, and globally. Our people truly are the foundation of everything we do and deliver to our customer. You will have the opportunity to see and test a major part of the hardware before it is shipped to the customer for installation and commissioning. Developing solutions for our customers all over the world and working on our market-leading technologies will challenge and enrich your work and your mind. How You’ll make an impact In this role you will design control and relay protection system, electrical plant system, auxiliary equipment and integrate third party’s systems Create drawings and product configurations. Be the lead engineer in delivery projects, improvement projects, and tenders, ensuring quality and results. You will lead and coordinate technical work in projects, by constantly improving solutions and developing new ideas. Convert technical requirements into a validated design and ensure that customer requirements are fulfilled. Work with our base design solutions and processes. Your background You have a university degree in Electrical Engineering or similar work experience. At least 5 years experience from similar roles within electrical engineering Knowledge of Electric Cad system, Zuken E3, Engineering Base and ETAP is considered an advantage. Knowledge of calculation tools and relay configuration. It is considered a big advantage if you have experience from FACTS, Substation, or infrastructure project. You are an engaged and driven person who is a true team player with a problem-solving oriented and structured mindset. You are proactive, look for opportunities and take responsibility for the projects and the tasks you work on. Fluency in English and Swedish is a must. Due to the travel requirements associated with the role, holding an EU passport is considered an advantage 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  Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Don’t delay apply today. Recruiting manager Mahmood Sheidaee, mahmood.sheidaee@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Antra Volujevica antra.volujevica@hitachienergy.com

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The Opportunity Innovation is at the core of Hitachi Energy, and our research centers are the backbone of our technology development. For our research center in Västerås, Sweden, we are looking for an R&D Scientist with expertise in data‑driven monitoring, diagnostics, and IoT solutions for power systems. In this role, you will work in highly skilled, collaborative teams with access to state‑of‑the‑art laboratory and experimental facilities, contributing to technologies that enable a more sustainable and resilient energy system. How You’ll Make an Impact Identify technical requirements and drive innovation for future sustainable energy systems Develop and deliver solutions to complex technical challenges within R&D projects Validate new concepts through laboratory and field testing, including measurements, signal processing, and data analysis, and optimize solutions to meet technical and performance requirements Manage R&D projects or work packages with a structured approach, clear targets, and effective technical leadership Create ideas and proposals for R&D projects aligned with business needs and future commercial potential Collaborate and communicate actively with team members, customers, suppliers, and partners in industry and academia Deliver results in the form of software, hardware, technical reports, patent applications, scientific publications, and presentations Build a strong internal network and actively share knowledge and expertise across the organization Your Background Preferably PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field Proven research experience related to digital substation equipment and architecture Multidisciplinary knowledge in related areas such as IoT, communication and network architecture, and software development Hands‑on programming experience, ideally across multiple programming languages Knowledge and hands‑on experience in both classical and data‑driven signal processing and analysis techniques; experience in algorithm development is an advantage Previous experience in leading R&D projects or work packages is an advantage A curious mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to new technical challenges Excellent communication skills and a strong team‑player attitude Fluency in English, both written and spoken What We Offer Collective agreement Flexible working hours Health care and wellness allowance Excellent career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally Dedicated mentorship support during the onboarding phase Continuous training and professional development opportunities A diverse and inclusive workplace, with over 70 nationalities represented in Sweden Supplementary compensation during parental leave Access to an employee benefit portal with a wide range of discounts and perks More About Us Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge? Does this role sound like you? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today. For questions about the position, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Md Tanbhir Hoq (md-tanbhir.hoq1@hitachienergy.com). Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jonas Hedberg +46 (10) 7380775, Unionen: Ingrid Nilsson +46 21 32 14 66, Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043. All other questions can be directed to our Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson (filip.henriksson@hitachienergy.com). Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, enabling a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digitalization at the core. More than three billion people rely on our technologies every day. With over a century of pioneering expertise in high voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing one of the world’s most critical challenges—meeting growing electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, Hitachi Energy employs over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generates revenues of approximately USD 16 billion.