Fire and Auxiliary system commissioning Engineer

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB; Dalarnas län; Hybrid; SEK 539,723 - 755,612; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Mentorship during onboarding

Employee Benefit Portal with discounts

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a skilled engineer to join the Auxiliary Commissioning team. This role involves commissioning fire protection systems for HVDC projects globally, ensuring compliance and operational safety.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years' experience in fire system commissioning and a relevant degree. Strong communication skills and flexibility to travel extensively are essential. The position offers great career opportunities and a diverse working environment.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Commissioning fire systems

Communication skills in English

Collaboration across disciplines

Education

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

Job description

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

More about us

Are you ready to join Hitachi Energy for a career without limits and a place where you can be yourself? We are ready for you. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.