Main Circuit Equipment – Project Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible hours

Health care allowance

Global career

Mentor support

Training programs

Diverse workforce

Parental benefits

Discount portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB in Ludvika, Sweden is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineer with HVDC experience to lead main circuit equipment projects. You will drive design, procurement, installation and commissioning, coordinating with cross-functional teams, suppliers and customers to achieve milestones.

You will ensure safety, quality and environmental standards, and manage technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering or Applied Physics.
• A few years of engineering experience, preferably in HVDC or power transmission.
• Ability to communicate in an international environment.
• Fluent English; Swedish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering scope of HVDC projects, including design, procurement, installation, commissioning and standardization.
• Coordinate with cross functional teams including main circuit design, plant design, supply chain management and project management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on technical requirements and project milestones.
• Review and approve technical requirements, including requirement specifications, supplier documentations, and interface specifications.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (IEC, IEEE) and customer specifications.

Skills

Communication

English fluency

Cross-cultural collaboration

International teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical- or Electronic engineering, or Applied Physics

Job description

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID: R0114936

Date Posted: 2026-03-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity HVDC is recruiting a dynamic professional with experience in Main circuit equipment to HVDC in Ludvika. The Engineering department primarily focusses on developing new solutions based on market trends, drives innovation, process improvement, and increasing productivity within the HVDC domain. Specifying main circuit equipment and performing equipment related studies. Providing support to our purchase department. Witnessing tests of equipment and participating in commissioning on site. Interacting directly with customers and suppliers as well as work in project teams where technical coordination within scope and technical problem solving is part of this role. This role is based in Ludvika, Sweden. Are you excited to be part of HVDC? Do you want to be part of global transformation towards sustainability? We have the right opportunity for you. An optimized solution contributes to less carbon footprint promoting sustainability; you will be part of this transformation journey towards net zero emissions.

How you´ll make an impact

• Lead the engineering scope of HVDC projects, including design, procurement, installation, commissioning and standardization.
• Closely coordinate with cross functional teams including main circuit design, plant design, supply chain management and project management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on technical requirements and project milestones.
• Review and approve technical requirements, including requirement specifications, supplier documentations, and interface specifications.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) and customer specifications.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing as part of the project execution.

Requirements

• Your background Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical- or Electronic engineering, or Applied Physics.
• A couple of years of experience in engineering roles, preferably in HVDC or power transmission.
• Comfortable communicating and building relationships in an international environment.
• Fluent in English; additional languages, such as Swedish, are added advantage.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working hours
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout 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 about us

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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