HVDC Protection Project Lead for Global Grids

Hitachi Energy; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Hybrid work allowances

Health care allowance

Pension

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Ludvika hosts an experienced HVDC Protection Project Engineer to design, implement, and test advanced protection systems for global transmission projects. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver reliable HVDC solutions that enhance grid stability and energy transition.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have 3+ years in protection engineering, with knowledge of HVDC technology, protection principles, and IED

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in protection engineering, preferably within HVDC, FACTS, or power transmission systems.
• Desirable understanding of HVDC technology, converter topologies (VSC and/or LCC), and associated protection principles.
• Strong knowledge of high voltage substation protection and control systems, including design, configuration, testing, and commissioning of protection schemes for transmission and distribution networks.
• Experience with Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) settings, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in power system analysis tools such as PSCAD, PSS®E, or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Knowledge of international standards and communication protocols, including IEC 61800 and IEC 60255.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in global, multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the specification, design, and engineering of HVDC protection systems for global projects.
• Perform protection studies including fault calculations, relay coordination, and stability analyses for HVDC converter stations and transmission systems.
• Develop and review protection philosophies, functional design specifications, logic diagrams, and test procedures.
• Configure, verify, and validate protection schemes to ensure reliable system performance and compliance with project requirements.
• Execute and support FAT and SAT for protection equipment and systems.
• Provide technical expertise during commissioning and post-commissioning phases, supporting successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with project teams, customers, suppliers, and engineering disciplines to resolve technical challenges and optimize solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, share knowledge, and mentor less experienced engineers within the organization.

Skills

Protection engineering

HVDC

Power systems

IED configurations

PSCAD

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

IEC 61800

IEC 60255

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

IED configurations

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Ludvika hosts an experienced HVDC Protection Project Engineer to design, implement, and test advanced protection systems for global transmission projects. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver reliable HVDC solutions that enhance grid stability and energy transition.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have 3+ years in protection engineering, with knowledge of HVDC technology, protection principles, and IED