HVDC Senior Protection Project Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; Hybride; SEK 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work

Health care and wellness allowance

Collective agreement, occupational/p

Résumé du poste

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Ludvika is seeking an experienced HVDC Protection Project Engineer to join our global HVDC team. You will design, implement, and test advanced protection systems that ensure reliable transmission and grid stability across projects worldwide.

You will lead protection studies, configure IEDs, and collaborate with customers, suppliers, and engineering teams to deliver safe, efficient, and innovative HVDC solutions while mentoring less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in protection engineering, HVDC or power transmission.
• Strong knowledge of HVDC protection and control systems.
• Experience with IED settings, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with PSCAD, PSS/E, or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Familiar with global standards and communication protocols.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead the specification, design, and engineering of HVDC protection systems for global projects.
• Perform protection studies including fault calculations and relay coordination.
• Develop protection philosophies, design specs, logic diagrams, and test procedures.
• Configure, verify, and validate protection schemes for reliability.
• Execute FAT and SAT for protection equipment and systems.
• Provide technical support during commissioning and post-commissioning.
• Collaborate with project teams, customers, suppliers, and other engineering groups.
• Drive continuous improvement and mentor junior engineers.

Connaissances

HVDC protection

Fault calculations

Relay coordination

Protection philosophy

Formation

Electrical engineering degree

Power Systems degree

Outils

PSCAD

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Description du poste

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about power systems protection and eager to contribute to the energy transition? We are now looking for an experienced HVDC Protection Project Engineer to join our global HVDC team in Ludvika. In this role, you will play a key part in designing, implementing, and testing advanced protection systems that enable reliable and efficient transmission of electricity across the world. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver innovative HVDC solutions that support grid stability and sustainable energy development.

How You'll Make An Impact

• 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 Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for protection equipment and systems.


• Provide technical expertise during commissioning and post-commissioning phases, supporting successful project delivery.


• Collaborate closely 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.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in protection engineering, preferably within HVDC, FACTS, or power transmission systems.


• Strong knowledge of HVDC and 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.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in global, multidisciplinary teams.


• You are a team oriented and curious person who thrives in a fast paced environment.


• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

More About Us

We 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 bank


• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)


• Health care and wellness allowance


• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)


• Psychological support program


• Supplementary compensation for parental leave


• Various trainings and education supporting employee development


• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally


• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone]; Ledarna:Frank Hollstedt, [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Julia Wiklund, [e-mail]