HVDC - Experienced electrical design engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 485,751 - 701,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Career possibilities

Mentorship during onboarding

Employee Benefit Portal

Job summary

Hitachi, Ltd. is seeking a candidate for the Electrical Valve Design department in Ludvika, Sweden. The role includes performing semiconductor valve calculations and specifying testing requirements. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering or related fields is essential, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

The successful candidate will contribute to HVDC applications and will need proficiency in tools like Matlab and ANSYS. Strong communication skills and fluency in English are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in HVDC or GPQS.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Swedish is a plus.
• A positive attitude and passion for electrical engineering are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform semiconductor valve calculations including analysis.
• Specify testing, control, and protection requirements for valves.
• Conduct training sessions for customers.

Skills

HVDC knowledge

Engineering tools (Matlab, Mathcad, PSCAD, LTSpice, COMSOL, ANSYS)

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Passion for electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Power Engineering, Electronics, Physics or equivalent

Tools

Matlab

Mathcad

PSCAD

LTSpice

COMSOL

ANSYS

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Valve Design department is a part of Hitachi Energy HVDC Products in Ludvika. We are globally responsible for the electrical design and requirements of semiconductor‑based HVDC and SVC valves. HVDC valves convert AC to DC and vice versa, and are essential for HVDC power transmission. SVC valves are used to support and stabilize AC systems.

In addition, we design digital optical instrument transducers—compact, state‑of‑the‑art current measuring instruments for HVDC applications. These instruments protect valves against over‑currents and earth faults, measure harmonics, and supervise filters.

The department in Sweden has 38 employees, including managers, and works closely with teams in India and China. We handle tenders, project deliveries, productification of new valve solutions, life‑cycle management, and technical support for upgrades and service projects.

This position is based in Ludvika, Sweden. We are looking for someone passionate about technology and a sustainable future.

Your responsibilities

• Perform semiconductor valve calculations, including electrical, thermal and loss analysis.
• Perform semiconductor valve simulations, including circuit and FEM simulations.
• Specify testing requirements to ensure that tests are performed according to standards.
• Specify control and protection requirements on the valve.
• Be responsible for customer trainings.
• Live Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Your background

• You have either a Bachelor of Science or a Master of Science in Power Engineering, Electronics, Physics or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in HVDC or GPQS.
• You have good knowledge of engineering tools, for instance: Matlab, Mathcad, PSCAD, LTSpice, COMSOL or ANSYS.
• Experiences aside, the most important aspect is your positive attitude and passion for electrical & electronics engineering. We are looking for a self‑motivated, curious individual who thrives when they can deepen their knowledge.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Swedish is highly valued.
• You are a team player who is not hesitant to communicate with people and a natural problem solver who enjoys challenges and is open‑minded and straightforward in your communication.

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 the 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 benefits could be connected to this specific role

More about us

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Last day to apply is 2024-11-30.

More information: Recruiting Manager, Misely Ruiz, [e-mail], will answer your questions about the position. For Sweden, Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner, Malin Johansson, [e-mail].

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