Electrical Valve Design Engineer - Hybrid, Global Impact

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement, occupational/p.

Group life insurance

Flex-time

Hybrid work allowances

Health care and wellness allowance

Health insurance incl. dental

Psychological support program

Parental leave compensation

Training and education

Internal career opportunities

Employee benefits portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Sweden is seeking engineers for the Electrical Valve Design department within HVDC Products in Ludvika. The role focuses on electrical design documentation, simulations, and defining protection and test requirements for semiconductor-based HVDC and SVC valves.

You will collaborate with global teams, participate in design reviews, and support upgrades and service projects. Fluency in English is required, with a strong background in power/electrical engineering and relevant tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a similar technical field is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of engineering tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB, and Mathcad.

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.

Skills

Fluency in English

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

PSCAD

MATLAB

Mathcad

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Sweden is seeking engineers for the Electrical Valve Design department within HVDC Products in Ludvika. The role focuses on electrical design documentation, simulations, and defining protection and test requirements for semiconductor-based HVDC and SVC valves.

You will collaborate with global teams, participate in design reviews, and support upgrades and service projects. Fluency in English is required, with a strong background in power/electrical engineering and relevant tools.