Electrical Valve Design Engineer

About the role

The Electrical Valve Design department at Hitachi Energy in Ludvika is responsible for the electrical design and technical requirements of semiconductor-based HVDC and SVC valves, as well as advanced current measurement solutions for HVDC applications. The department has about 45 engineers and managers and works closely with design teams in India and China. It is involved in product development, lifecycle management and technical support for upgrades and service projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop electrical design documentation for projects and tenders within HVDC and FACTS
• Review customer specifications and identify risks, deviations and opportunities
• Perform calculations on electrical stress, thermal performance and losses
• Define control and protection requirements for semiconductor valves
• Perform valve simulations and analyse results
• Define test requirements according to internal and external standards
• Perform failure investigations and ensure safety in design
• Lead design reviews, technical forums and customer trainings
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across disciplines and locations

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar technical field is an advantage
• Fluency in English is required
• Open-minded team player who enjoys problem-solving and continuous learning

Required skills

• Good knowledge of engineering tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB and Mathcad
• Strong interest in electrical and electronics engineering

What we offer

• Collective agreement, occupational pension and salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
• Group life insurance and additional insurances
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in a time bank
• Hybrid work and allowances for setting up a home workplace
• Health care and wellness allowance, health insurance including dental, spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Psychological support program and supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Trainings and education, internal career possibilities in Sweden and globally, and an employee benefit portal with discounts and perks