Fire Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Occupational pension

Hybrid work & home office allowances

Health care and wellness allowance

Health insurance incl. dental

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB seeks a Fire Engineer to join the TPC department in Ludvika, Sweden, with options for Mannheim or Glasgow as bases. You will coordinate multidisciplinary activities, support design, testing, and commissioning, and ensure projects meet safety and budget constraints.

The role requires knowledge of fire engineering standards, modeling experience, and strong communication across diverse teams. The company emphasizes safety, well-being, and flexible benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety or related field.
• Knowledge of fire codes, standards, regulations, and fire safety principles, with the ability to apply them in practical engineering environments.
• Experience with fire modeling, fire simulation tools, or related analytical methods used to assess fire safety and performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fire detection and protection designs comply with applicable standards, regulations, and HVDC-specific requirements.
• Develop and maintain requirement specifications, technical documentation, and design deliverables based on customer requirements, industry standards, and local regulations.
• Coordinate technical interfaces with multiple engineering disciplines throughout all project phases, from design and engineering through testing and commissioning.
• Proactively identify potential technical challenges, risks, and project constraints, and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful project execution.
• Support the onboarding, training, and coaching of new team members and provide technical guidance to customers when required.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and engineering teams across different functions and geographical locations, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Develop fire concepts for HVDC tenders, including clarifications, assumptions, and deviations for stakeholders.
• Perform technical risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to ensure robust designs.

Skills

Fire Engineering

Fire Safety

Risk Engineering

Fire Modeling

Fire Simulation

Education

Bachelor/Master in Fire Engineering

Tools

Fire modeling tools

Job description

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID:R0140098Date Posted:2026-08-28Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityDo you want to enable green energy transition, and together with colleagues meet the world’s needs for sustainable, flexible and insecure energy?We are now looking for a Fire Engineer who will be a part of our department at TPC. As a Fire Engineer , you will be involve d in coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities, providing technical support for design, testing and commissioning, and ensuring projects are completed within budget and safety standards. We be lieve that you have knowledge and experience, capable of acting as a design authority, preparing comprehensive project documents, and interacting with customers and contractors. If you enjoy cost-effective, high-quality solutions and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!Our team culture is flexible and cooperative with the highest regards for safety and occupational health.This role is based in either Ludvika (Sweden), Mannheim (Germany) or Glasgow ( Scotland ).How you'll make an impactEnsure fire detection and fire protection system designs comply with applicable standards, regulations, and HVDC-specific requirements.Develop and maintain requirement specifications, technical documentation, and design deliverables based on customer requirements, industry standards, and local regulations.Coordinate technical interfaces with multiple engineering disciplines throughout all project phases, from design and engineering through testing and commissioning.Proactively identify potential technical challenges, risks, and project constraints, and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful project execution.Support the onboarding, training, and coaching of new team members and provide technical guidance to customers when required .Collaborate closely with colleagues and engineering teams across different functions and geographical locations, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices.Participate in regular project meetings, monitor progress, and take timely actions to address technical issues and project needs.Develop fire detection and protection system concepts for HVDC tenders, including identifying required clarifications, assumptions, and deviations for both internal and external stakeholders.Support tender cost estimation and budgeting activities related to fire detection and protection systems.Perform technical risk assessments of proposed tender solutions and implement appropriate mitigation measures to ensure robust and compliant designsDevelop and maintain Fire Concepts / Fire Strategies for buildings and HVDC facilities, translating fire safety objectives into compliant and practical fire protection solutions.Your BackgroundDegree, diploma, or equivalent experience in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety, Risk Engineering, or a related field.Knowledge of fire codes, standards, regulations, and fire safety principles, with the ability to apply them in practical engineering environments.Experience with fire modeling, fire simulation tools, or related analytical methods used to assess fire safety and performance requirements.Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and explain technical concepts clearly.We recognize that candidates may have gained relevant expertise through different combinations of education, professional experience, and industry training, and we encourage applicants with transferable skills to apply.More about usWe 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 bankHybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)Health care and wellness allowanceHealth insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek /month via salary deduction)Psychological support programSupplementary compensation for parental leaveVarious trainings and education supporting employee developmentInternal career possibilities both within Sweden and globallyEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perksThe benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type . Eligibility is subject to local regulations.Welcome to send in your application! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so do not hesitate to apply already today.Recruiting Manager Shabnam Shojaei [e-mail] will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Oliver Chicaiza , oliver.chicaiza @hitachienergy.comUnion representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt , [phone].Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.