Project Manager HVDC

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work allowances

Health care & wellness allowance

Pension & insurance

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB in Ludvika leads HVDC valve projects and related equipment deliveries worldwide. You will own project delivery from initiation to completion, coordinating engineering, production, testing and supply chain teams to meet scope, schedule, cost, quality and safety targets.

This role requires a degree in engineering or related field, strong stakeholder influence, and fluency in English, with Swedish as an advantage.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Energy, Industrial Management, Infrastructure, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience leading engineering, energy, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive progress in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects related to HVDC valves and associated equipment deliveries worldwide.
• Ensure successful execution across scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and motivate teams in engineering, production, testing and supply chain.
• Drive performance via planning, risk management and resource allocation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

English fluency

Cross-functional

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID:R0132458Date Posted:2026-09-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityBased in Ludvika, the global hub of HVDC innovation, this role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our engineering teams, production facilities, and test labs, gaining valuable insight into the technology and seeing the direct impact of your projects from design and manufacturing through to final delivery.As a Project Manager, you will take ownership of project delivery from initiation to completion, leading cross-functional teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring successful execution across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety.As part of GI valves at Hitachi Energy, you play a key role in delivering one of the most critical components of an HVDC system, the valves at the heart of the converter station. Working in a global and collaborative environment, you will bring together stakeholders across multiple functions and help drive the technology that enables the transmission of clean energy across regions and continents.How you’ll make an impactLead projects related to HVDC valves and associated equipment deliveries worldwideEnsure successful project execution in line with scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and customer requirementsCoordinate and motivate teams across engineering, production, testing, and supply chainDrive project performance through effective planning, risk management, and resource allocationManage budgets, forecasts, and cost control throughout the project lifecycleBuild strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and contractual complianceYour BackgroundDegree in Engineering, Energy, Industrial Management, Infrastructure, or a related technical disciplineExperience in project management within engineering, energy, industrial, or infrastructureDemonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, build alignment, and drive progress across cross-functional teams in complex technical projectsFluency in English is required to, Swedish is considered a strong advantageExperience within the energy sector is considered an advantageWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and 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 pensionGroup life insurance and additional insurancesFlex-time and shortening of working hours in time bankHybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at homeHealth care and wellness allowanceDiscounted health insurances incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowancePsychological support programSupplementary compensation for parental leaveTraining and education supporting employee developmentInternal career possibilities both within Sweden and globallyEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perksThe benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.More about usApplications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; we therefore encourage you to apply today.Questions can be directed to Hiring Manager Robin Ericsson – [e-mail] or to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Niss – [e-mail] representatives:Unionen - Fredrik Holmgren [phone]SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer - Mikael Hjort [phone]Ledarna - Frank Hollstedt [phone]Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. 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