Manager Electro-Mechanical Engineering (Plant design) for Power Quality

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Västerås kommun; Hybrid; SEK 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement & pension options

Hybrid work arrangements

Health care and wellness allowance

Training and education support

Employee discounts via Benefit Portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a senior leader for electro-mechanical engineering within Power Quality Solutions.

You will drive global process improvements, lead a department of electro-mechanical/plant design engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with project goals. The role requires a strong background in CAD tools, manufacturing processes, and strategic resource planning, with a focus on delivering high-quality engineering outcomes in a fast-paced, international

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years electro-mechanical engineering experience, including at least 3 years in leadership/management.
• Proven design, analysis, and validation of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong CAD/prototyping with CAD/simulation tools (SolidWorks, Inventor, NX).
• Experience with manufacturing processes, materials management, and PLM/PDM systems.
• Strong project management, planning, risk mitigation.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead global process improvements to increase productivity via modular, standardized solutions and digitalization of engineering processes.
• Manage a department of electro-mechanical/plant design engineers and support two reporting managers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, tendering, and project management to align with project goals.
• Oversee competence management and resource planning to meet milestones and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Mech/Elect/Mechatronics)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

NX

PDM/PLM

Job description

The opportunity

With a pioneering technology-leading offering, Hitachi Energy’s Power Quality Solutions support the green energy transition with solutions that bring resilience, stability and increased capacity to the power grid. As a result, more renewable energy sources can be integrated, environmental impacts minimized and lower the risk of disruption in the grid.

The opportunity

With a pioneering technology-leading offering, Hitachi Energy’s Power Quality Solutions support the green energy transition with solutions that bring resilience, stability and increased capacity to the power grid. As a result, more renewable energy sources can be integrated, environmental impacts minimized and lower the risk of disruption in the grid.

At Hitachi Energy, we value our people as our greatest asset, as we leverage diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. With our skilled and global project teams, we are there to support our customers worldwide to meet their sustainable goals, paving the way for a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system. Join our team!

How You’ll Make An Impact

• In this role, you will lead global process improvements that increase productivity through modular and standardized solutions and the digitalization of engineering processes, while connecting regional engineering centers worldwide to foster collaboration and alignment across our global engineering organization.
• This position offers a unique combination of people leadership, technical oversight, and international stakeholder management in a truly global environment.
• Lead and manage a department of electro-mechanical / plant design engineers. To your support, you will have two reporting managers.
• Collaborate cross-functional with other engineering teams, product management, tendering and project management to ensure seamless integration and alignment with project goals.
• Responsible for competence management within the function and planning of resources to effectively meet project milestones and deliverables.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electro-mechanical engineering, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience in the design, analysis, and validation of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong proficiency in CAD and simulation tools, including platforms such as SolidWorks, Inventor and NX.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials management with experience using PDM/PLM systems.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in planning, execution, and risk mitigation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

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.

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, [e-mail]

Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, [phone].