Global Lead, Application Engineering - Power & Grid

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a seasoned Manager and Application Engineer for Power Conversion, Power Quality Industry and Grid Connection. You will lead a global team, engage with customers early in the process, and design optimized, cost-efficient solutions that align with the GPQSS strategy.

You will collaborate across departments, drive pre-tender activities, and guide technology directions while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or power-related field.
• Extensive experience in application engineering, business development or lead engineering for Power Conversion, Power Quality Industry and Grid Connection solutions.
• Experience leading teams, coordinating complex projects, and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Solid understanding of grid codes and their impact on power systems.
• Technical expertise in Grid and Power Quality Solutions and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Application Engineers across regions.
• Coordinate business development and pre-tender activities for Power Conversion, Power Quality, and Grid Connection portfolios.
• Engage early with customers to understand needs and opportunities.
• Shape optimized, cost-effective solutions across GPQSS offerings.
• Represent Application Engineering in cross-functional teams for alignment.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Electronics

Application Engineering

Business Development

Team Leadership

Project Coordination

Grid Codes

Communication

Stakeholder Mgmt

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

RTDS

MATLAB

Job description

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a seasoned Manager and Application Engineer for Power Conversion, Power Quality Industry and Grid Connection. You will lead a global team, engage with customers early in the process, and design optimized, cost-efficient solutions that align with the GPQSS strategy.

You will collaborate across departments, drive pre-tender activities, and guide technology directions while ensuring safety and quality standards.