Global Engineering Manager HVDC Control & Protection

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a Global Engineering Manager - HVDC Control & Protection to lead the global engineering operations for C&P systems within Hitachi Energy's HVDC business. You will drive technical excellence, define system architecture strategy, and manage international engineering teams delivering advanced control hardware and software for large-scale grid interconnections.

In this role you will ensure on-time delivery, quality, and safety while aligning with project execution

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in electronics/control engineering
• 10+ years in a functional or line management role within HVDC or large-scale power systems
• Deep knowledge of HVDC control systems, digital protection algorithms, power electronics interfaces

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team of engineers across electronics, hardware, and software focused on HVDC Control & Protection systems.
• Oversee design, testing, commissioning, and lifecycle management of control hardware/software solutions for HVDC projects.
• Align engineering deliverables with global project execution teams to ensure quality, safety, budgeting, and on-time delivery.

Skills

HVDC control systems

digital protection algorithms

leadership

RTDS testing

cross-border team leadership

English communication

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RTDS

Job description

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID:R0144249Date Posted:2026-09-14Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAs the Global Engineering Manager - HVDC Control & Protection you will lead the global engineering operations for Control & Protection (C&P) systems within Hitachi Energy 's HVDC business. In this role, you are responsible for driving technical excellence, defining system architecture strategy, managing global engineering teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of advanced control hardware and software solutions across international HVDC projects.How You Will Make an ImpactGlobal Leadership & Strategy: Manage and mentor a global team of electronics, hardware, and software engineers specializing in HVDC Control & Protection (MACH platform, 3rd party C&P equipment and equivalent system architectures).Technical Governance: Oversee design, testing, commissioning, and lifecycle management of control and protection hardware/software solutions for large-scale grid interconnections and offshore wind integration.Project Delivery: Align engineering deliverables with global project execution teams to guarantee quality, safety, budget adherence, and on-time delivery, from tender stage, during execution to customer delivery and handover to Service.Innovation & Standardization: Drive continuous improvement, standardizing engineering tools, design practices, and testing methodologies across global engineering hubs.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D, Product Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Testing Facilities (e.g., Factory System Test, Simulation and Verification Labs) to translate customer requirements into reliable product architectures.Risk & Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with international electrical codes, cyber security standards, functional safety guidelines, and grid codes globally.Your backgroundEducation: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.Experience: 15+ years of professional experience in electronics/control engineering, with 10+ years in a functional or line management role within HVDC, or large-scale power systems.Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of HVDC control systems, digital protection algorithms, power electronics interfaces, Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) testing, and control platform architectures.Leadership Skills: Proven track record in managing cross-border engineering teams, promoting diversity, and managing stakeholder expectations across global time zones.Communication: Business-fluent English skills (written and spoken) are required for global cross-functional leadership.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. 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