Electrical Valve Design Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Ludvika kommun; Hybrid; SEK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & salary exchange

Group life insurance

Flex-time

Hybrid work

Wellness allowance

Health insurance (dental, glasses)

Parental leave support

Training & education

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Ludvika, Sweden, invites engineers to join the Electrical Valve Design team within HVDC Products. You will develop electrical design documentation for HVDC/FACTS projects and run valve simulations, while reviewing specifications and defining tests.

We seek a degree in power or electrical engineering, knowledge of PSCAD, MATLAB and Mathcad, and a proactive, collaborative mindset. English fluency is required; hybrid work options and strong development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in power/ electrical engineering or physics.
• Experience in a technical field is advantageous.
• Fluent in English with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design documentation for HVDC/FACTS projects.
• Review customer specs, identify risks and improvements.
• Carry out electrical stress, thermal, and loss calculations.
• Define control and protection for semiconductor valves.
• Run valve simulations and analyze results.
• Define tests per internal/external standards.
• Perform failure investigations and ensure safety in design.
• Lead design reviews and customer trainings.
• Collaborate across disciplines and locations.

Skills

Team player

Problem solving

Continuous learning

Curious mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent

Tools

PSCAD

MATLAB

Mathcad

Job description

The Electrical Valve Design department is part of HVDC Products at Hitachi Energy in Ludvika. We are globally responsible for the electrical design and technical requirements of semiconductor-based HVDC and SVC valves, as well as advanced current measurement solutions for HVDC applications.

HVDC valves are critical components used to convert AC to DC (and vice versa), enabling long-distance and high-capacity power transmission. SVC valves are used to support and stabilize AC power systems. In addition, we design digital optical instrument transformers—state-of-the-art, compact current measurement devices tailored for HVDC systems. These are used across the HVDC system to protect valves against overcurrent and earth faults, as well as for harmonic measurement and filter supervision.

Our department in Sweden consists of approximately 45 highly skilled engineers and managers, and we work in close collaboration with our design teams in India and China. Beyond project and tender execution, we play a key role in product development, lifecycle management, and technical support for upgrades and service projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design documentation for projects and tenders within HVDC and FACTS
• Review customer specifications and identify risks, deviations, and opportunities
• Perform calculations related to electrical stress, thermal performance, and losses
• Define control and protection requirements for semiconductor valves
• Perform valve simulations and analyze results
• Define test requirements according to internal and external standards
• Perform failure investigations and ensure safety in design
• Lead design reviews, technical forums, and customer trainings
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across disciplines and locations

Your background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar technical field is considered an advantage
• Good knowledge of engineering tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB, and Mathcad
• A strong interest in electrical and electronics engineering, combined with a positive and curious mindset
• You are an open-minded team player who enjoys problem-solving and continuous learning
• Fluency in English is required

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

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.

More Information

Union representatives:

• Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, [phone]
• Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone]
• Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]

For other questions, please contact Talent Partner Malin Johansson [e-mail].

Publication date : 2026-09-09