Project manager to HVDC Control and Protection

Hitachi Energy; Ludvika kommun; Hybrid; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Pension & insurance

Wellness allowance

Education and training

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Manager to lead HVDC Control & Protection projects. You’ll report to the Global Manager and coordinate a multidisciplinary team across borders, delivering high‑quality systems and meeting ambitious schedules.

The role favors a proactive, global mindset with strong stakeholder engagement, budget control, and continuous improvement. Hybrid work options and broad learning opportunities accompany a welcoming team.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy sector, preferably HVDC technology.
• Strong decision‑making skills.
• Engaged, ambitious, self-driven and proactive team player.
• Meticulous in meeting customer needs and improving quality.
• Comfortable in customer meetings and facilitating technical negotiations.
• Adaptable to global environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Control & Protection systems for HVDC installations.
• Manage project controls, including budget, scope, time, and quality.
• Oversee daily activities of a multidisciplinary project engineering team.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders.
• Report progress and challenges to the HVDC Control & Protection management team.
• Be a positive role model by living Hitachi Energy's Leadership Pillars.

Job description

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, our success is driven by the dedication and competence of our people. We believe in leaders who focus on developing and empowering their teams while upholding our core values. As a vital member of our diverse and fast-paced project management team, you’ll be joining us at an exciting time of growth. With the demand for our solutions booming, we’re expanding to help our clients achieve their environmental goals. You’ll report directly to the Global Manager of HVDC Control & Protection Project Management. We’re looking for multiple Project Managers to lead projects within HVDC Control & Protection. This role offers a variety of interesting tasks and interfaces, providing fantastic opportunities for learning and development on projects around the world. Our team culture is flexible, transparent, and cooperative. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation!

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Be a positive role model by living Hitachi Energy's Leadership Pillars
• Deliver Control & Protection systems for HVDC installations
• Manage project controls, including budget, scope, time, and quality
• Oversee daily activities of a multidisciplinary project engineering team
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders
• Report progress and challenges to the HVDC Control & Protection management team

Your background

• Passion for people and technology; strong decision-making skills
• Engaged, ambitious, self-driven and proactive team player
• Proven experience in energy sector, preferably HVDC technology
• Meticulous in meeting customer needs and improving quality
• Understands deadlines and budget constraints; responsible decision‑maker
• Comfortable in customer meetings and facilitating technical negotiations
• Adaptable to global 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.