Control & Protection Engineer – HVDC Service

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 640,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Pension & insurance

Training & development

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB is seeking a Control & Protection Engineer to develop, configure, and verify control and protection for HVDC systems. You will work with graphical programming tools, participate in testing and commissioning, and collaborate across global teams to deliver robust power transmission solutions.

The role emphasizes problem solving, continuing learning, and strong communication in English, with Swedish as a plus.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Electronics, Automation, Computer Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop control and protection applications using graphical programming tools.
• Configure real-time applications for HVDC control systems.
• Perform simulation, testing, and verification in laboratory environments.
• Participate in system testing, Factory System Tests (FST), and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot and improve functionality, performance, and control logic.
• Document functions, system solutions, and test results.
• Collaborate with system, network, cybersecurity, and site teams in global project environments.

Job description

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden Job ID: R0142674 Date Posted: 2026-09-04 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description:

The Opportunity Do you want to develop advanced control and protection functions for some of the world's largest power transmission projects? As a Control & Protection Engineer, you will work with the development, configuration, and verification of control and protection applications for HVDC systems. Using graphical programming environments for real-time systems, you will design and implement functionality for control, monitoring, automation, and protection. You will be part of an international engineering team and work closely with system engineers, test engineers, and commissioning teams throughout the project lifecycle. One of the most rewarding aspects of this role is the opportunity to follow your solutions from design and testing all the way to commissioning in real power transmission systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, learning new technologies, and collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines and cultures. Personal qualities, curiosity, and a willingness to grow are just as important as technical skills.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop control and protection applications using graphical programming tools.
• Configure real-time applications for HVDC control systems.
• Perform simulation, testing, and verification in laboratory environments.
• Participate in system testing, Factory System Tests (FST), and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot and improve functionality, performance, and control logic.
• Document functions, system solutions, and test results.
• Collaborate with system, network, cybersecurity, and site teams in global project environments.

Your background

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Electronics, Automation, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Interest in control systems, automation, software development, and real-time applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a structured way in technically complex environments.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Swedish is considered an advantage.
• A collaborative and proactive mindset with the ability to work effectively in international teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with control and protection systems within the power industry.
• Experience with graphical function block programming, such as HiDraw, Simulink, or PLC Function Block Diagram (FBD).
• Knowledge of power systems, HVDC, FACTS, or substation automation.
• Experience with real-time systems, simulation environments, or system testing.
• Experience from commissioning, testing, or field activities is considered a plus.

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded.

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
• Group life insurance and additional insurances.
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
• Psychological support program
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

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