Commissioning Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Career possibilities globally

Mentor to support onboarding

Training and education

Diversified company with 70+ nationali

Supplementary compensation for parent

Employee Discount Portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Testing & Commissioning Engineer to join a global team delivering HVDC systems worldwide. You will contribute to testing, verification, and startup of converter stations, ensuring reliability and safety across energization.

The role emphasizes structured testing, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Travel is frequent, and you will work with diverse teams across international project sites, gaining exposure to cutting-edge technologies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with power systems; HVDC and substations are a plus.
• Willingness to travel across Europe for extended assignments.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and startup of HVDC converter stations worldwide.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and meet customer requirements.
• Oversee installation of equipment and facilities to ensure correct functionality.
• Uphold Hitachi Energy's safety and integrity values.
• Travel frequently and spend longer periods abroad.

Skills

HVDC power systems experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global team working at the forefront of advanced powersystem technology. As a Testing & Commissioning Engineer, you will contribute to ensuring that highly complex HVDC systems are delivered with the reliability, performance, and safety required for modern energy infrastructure worldwide.

In this role, you will be involved in the full commissioning lifecycle—applying structured testing, verification, and quality assurance practices to confirm that systems meet their design intent and operate seamlessly once energized. Industrywide, commissioning engineers play a crucial role in validating system functionality, interpreting test results, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and performance standards.

You will be part of an environment that values continuous improvement, technical curiosity, and cross functional collaboration. This role also gives you the opportunity to work with diverse teams across international project sites, gaining exposure to innovative technologies and contributing to sustainable energy solutions. For someone who enjoys problem‑solving, hands‑on engineering, and learning in dynamic settings, this position offers strong development potential and meaningful global impact.

Your Responsibilities

• You will be part of a global team doing the testing and startup for HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) converter stations all over the world.
• You will work closely with other business functions across projects to ensure adherence to regulatory compliance and customer specific requirements.
• You will be part of a team that oversees the installation of equipment, systems, and facilities to make sure that they function correctly and deliver the expected results.
• 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.
• You will be traveling frequently and spend longer periods abroad.

Your Background

• You have hands‑on experience from working with power systems (previous experience in HVDC and substation will be considered an added advantage).
• Candidates who have hands‑on experience with HVDC valve commissioning or operation will be considered a strong asset.
• You hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
• You have a good general technical understanding and are eager to learn more.
• As a person you are enthusiastic, determined with a positive attitude.
• You are comfortable communicating in English both written and spoken.
• Due to the international nature of the role and extended assignments outside Sweden, you have the unrestricted ability to travel and work across Europe for longer periods.

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