Project Engineer - HVDC Main Circuit Design

About the role

Hitachi Energy Sweden is looking for a Project Engineer for its HVDC Main Circuit Design team in Ludvika, Dalarna. The team designs and develops HVDC systems that enable reliable and efficient power transmission worldwide. The role suits people who enjoy electrical engineering and want to work in an international environment.

Key responsibilities

• Design high-voltage systems for HVDC plants, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
• Perform electrical calculations and simulations for system dimensioning using in-house and commercial software
• Support the Sales team during the marketing phase and contribute to tenders and order projects
• Take part in studies on Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM), rating analyses and concept development for control and protection systems
• Work with cross-functional teams to continuously improve HVDC technology

Required profile

• Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. in Electric Power Engineering or Engineering Physics
• Open to both experienced professionals and recent graduates
• Strong analytical and structured approach to problem-solving
• Excellent teamwork skills and a proactive attitude
• Fluent spoken and written English; Swedish is a plus
• Ability to take responsibility and deliver high-quality results

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Career opportunities within Hitachi Energy in Sweden and globally
• Mentor during the onboarding phase
• Trainings and education supporting employee development
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee benefit portal with discounts and perks