Chief Design Engineer

Multinational Company; Karlstads kommun; On-site; SEK 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Chief Design Engineer to work onsite in Karlstad, Sweden. The ideal candidate has an M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Electrical or Automation Engineering, with over 5 years of experience in electrical and control systems. Strong problem-solving skills and proficiency with relevant engineering tools are essential. Knowledge of power generation systems and project management capabilities are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical, instrumentation or control system engineering.
• Self-driven and structured working style.
• Excellent communication skills in English, knowledge of Swedish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on HV, MV, LV systems and control systems.
• Knowledge of power generation and electrical grid systems is essential.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Project Management

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Cost awareness

Education

M.Sc. or B.Sc. degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering

Tools

Engineering tools related to EIA

Job description

Job Title - Chief Design Engineer

Location: Karlstad, Sweden

Job Type - Full time permanent role

Work Mode - 5 days onsite

Job Description -

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical, instrumentation or control system engineering.
• Self-driven and structured working style with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with engineering tools related to EIA.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written. Knowledge of Swedish or other Scandinavian language is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Experience with HV, MV, LV systems and control systems.
• Knowledge of power generation and electrical grid systems.
• Project Management capabilities.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Strong cost awareness and business mindset.
• Previous job experience in a similar field of work is seen as an advantage.