Head of Engineering

AtkinsRéalis; Västerås; On-site; SEK 80 000 - 120 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Vasteras is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead their dynamic team in delivering high-quality substation solutions. The role involves overseeing engineering functions, driving innovation, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Exposure to diverse projects

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity to impact global energy infrastructure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within engineering, focusing on High Voltage substations.
• In-depth knowledge of substation design principles and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the engineering teams in Vasteras and India.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Forecast, plan, prioritize, and allocate resources for projects.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Head of Engineering

Location: Vasteras, Sweden

Join Us!

As the Head of Engineering, lead our dynamic team in Vasteras, Sweden, as we continue to deliver cutting-edge substation solutions. If you are a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for innovation and a track record in EPC projects, we invite you to apply and contribute to Linxon's success.

Job Overview

• Lead and oversee Linxon's engineering function in Vasteras, playing a pivotal role in the design and delivery of high-quality substation solutions for our EPC projects.
• Drive innovation and technical excellence within the engineering team to ensure Linxon remains at the forefront of substation design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the engineering teams in Vasteras and India, guiding the development of substation designs, specifications, and technical solutions.
• Collaborate closely with project management, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the engineering department.
• Forecast, plan, prioritize, and allocate resources for projects based on requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within engineering, focusing on High Voltage substations in the EPC sector.
• In-depth knowledge of substation design principles, electrical systems, and relevant technologies.
• Familiarity with Swedish utilities' international standards and regulations governing substation engineering.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering technically sound and cost-effective solutions.
• Effective communication skills in Swedish and English, both written and verbal, to liaise with internal stakeholders, clients, and external partners.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to diverse projects and cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on global energy infrastructure.

About Linxon

Shaping energy solutions to empower sustainable connectivity. We combine Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge and Atkins Realis’s project management expertise to create Linxon, a company dedicated to substations.

Linxon’s vision is to deliver the best market offering for turnkey substation projects through world-class power technologies and the highest level of competence in managing infrastructure projects.

As a leading engineering company, we assist our customers with turnkey substation solutions in power transmission, renewable energy, and transportation sectors.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to be part of a new company as it evolves and help shape its future. If you enjoy new challenges, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and wish to work with motivated professionals in the Substations EPC business, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

To learn more about Linxon, please click on the link below:

https://youtu.be/0CB3IKbcxbs