Fire and Auxiliary system commissioning Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 768,133 - 987,599; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness allowance

Flexible working time

Fantastic career possibilities

Mentor support during onboarding

Various trainings and education

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is looking for an experienced engineer to join their Auxiliary Commissioning team in Ludvika, Sweden. This role focuses on the commissioning of fire protection systems worldwide, allowing for extensive international travel and collaboration across a diverse, multicultural team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fire system commissioning, possess the necessary technical qualifications, and demonstrate excellent communication skills in English. Hitachi Energy offers competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commissioning fire systems.
• Experience with VESDA systems within the high voltage industry is considered an advantage.
• CFPA or NFPA certification is considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning of fire detection and fire protection systems.
• Signal interface testing of fire panels.
• Preparing test instructions and related documentation.

Skills

Fire system commissioning

Communication skills in English

Collaboration across disciplines

Flexible to travel extensively

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, fire engineering, or building services

Tools

VESDA systems

Job description

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID: R0103744

Date Posted: 2026-05-26

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is to advance a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that make a real impact on our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group within Hitachi Energy that develops, manufactures, and sells DC transmission systems globally. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances, via submarine cables, and to connect power systems.

The Auxiliary Commissioning team is a global team within the HVDC Construction and Commissioning division. The team consists of commissioning engineers specializing in auxiliary systems such as auxiliary power, HVAC/climate systems, fire protection, and other building services. We are a diverse, multicultural team working closely across disciplines - and we look forward to you joining us.

This is a role with extensive international travel opportunities.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that fire protection systems are safely commissioned and fully operational in HVDC projects worldwide.

Your responsibilities

• Commissioning of fire detection and fire protection systems
• Signal interface testing of fire panels
• Preparing test instructions and related documentation
• Cost estimation for fire system commissioning
• Collaboration with fire system suppliers and contractors
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your background

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commissioning fire systems
• Experience with VESDA systems within the high voltage industry is considered an advantage
• CFPA or NFPA certification is considered an advantage
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience within mechanical, electrical, fire engineering, or building services
• Experience in other auxiliary systems (e.g. auxiliary power, HVAC) is considered an advantage
• Strong communication skills in English
• A team player who enjoys collaborating across disciplines
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively worldwide, sometimes on short notice
• 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

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.