Power System Simulation Model Engineer

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB; Västmanlands län; On-site; SEK 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Strong career development opportunities

Dedicated mentorship during onboarding

Access to training programs

Diverse workplace

Supplementary parental leave compensation

Employee benefits portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB seeks a Power System Simulation Model Engineer to join the Grid Quality team. This role involves developing simulation models to enhance grid optimization and renewable integration. Ideal for graduates in Electrical or Energy Engineering.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teams on technical solutions, conduct testing, and create documentation. Benefits include flexible hours, career development opportunities, and a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in power system analysis.
• Knowledge or experience with power system simulation tools.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Swedish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, validate, and deliver simulation models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements.
• Create software in the loop model of real-time control functions.
• Perform testing and validation of power system models.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Power system analysis

Programming (C++, C#, FORTRAN, DSL, Python, MATLAB)

Control theory

Dynamic modelling

Collaboration

Education

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

RTDS

PSCAD

PSS®E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

MATLAB

EMTP

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Grid Quality team as a Power System Simulation Model Engineer and help shape the future of sustainable energy. Work on cutting‑edge solutions that strengthen grids, enable renewable integration, and accelerate the energy transition—perfect for fresh graduates in Electrical, Power, or Energy Engineering.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop, implement, validate, and deliver simulation models to our customers in tenders and projects using various power system tools to support grid optimization and renewable integration
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including our R&D, and customers, to gather requirements to support the design of effective technical solutions.
• Create software in the loop model of real‑time control functions
• Perform testing and validation of power system models and associated tools.
• Perform RMS simulation studies with customer networks
• Prepare clear and structured technical documentation and reports.
• Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and best practices in power system modeling.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing by supporting, training, and collaborating with colleagues throughout project execution.

Your Background

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with at least three years of experience in power system analysis.
• Knowledge of, or experience with, power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD, PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB and EMTP.
• Interest in or experience with programming (e.g., C++, C#, FORTRAN, DSL, Python, MATLAB), control theory, signal processing, and dynamic modelling.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve complex problems.
• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Swedish is considered an advantage.

What we offer

• Collective agreement.
• Flexible working hours.
• Health care and wellness allowance.
• Strong career development opportunities within Hitachi Energy in Sweden and globally.
• Dedicated mentorship during onboarding.
• Access to training and development programs.
• A diverse workplace with more than 70 nationalities in Sweden.
• Supplementary parental leave compensation.
• Access to an employee benefits portal with a wide range of discounts and perks.