R&D Engineer Capacitors

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Wellness allowance

Career development

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB in Ludvika, Sweden is seeking an R&D Engineer to join the HV Capacitors Technology team. You will contribute to developing cost-effective, high‑quality capacitor products and work closely with global teams and academia.

The role requires a strong electrical engineering background (PhD or MSc preferred), analytical mindset, and the ability to lead project work packages. Excellent English is essential; Swedish proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Background in Electrical Engineering, PhD or MSc preferred.
• 3 years of experience in HV capacitor field preferred.
• Strong analytical, planning, and experimental analysis skills.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and lead when needed.
• Fluent in English; Swedish and other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop the next generation HV capacitors focusing on electrical design.
• Lead and/or contribute to R&D projects with planning, execution and documentation.
• Build experimental setups, run tests, and analyze results.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams and academia.
• Propose new R&D projects and drive knowledge sharing.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HV Capacitors

Project management

Analytical skills

English fluency

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

MSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID:R0147983Date Posted:2026-10-16Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Based in Ludvika, Sweden, you will be part of a global organization where expertise, innovation, and collaboration come together to drive the energy transition. You will work closely with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders from around the world in a truly international and inclusive environment.We are seeking an R&D Engineer to join the HV Capacitors Technology team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of cost-competitive capacitor products that deliver best-in-class technology and quality. Innovation is central to Hitachi Energy, and our Technology Centers continuously advance technological boundaries to develop the next generation of products and solutions through a high degree of innovation. We welcome candidates with outstanding scientific or technical expertise, complemented by strong motivation and commitment. Through your involvement in development projects, you will become part of a company-wide R&D community that supports your professional development and career growth.How you'll make an impactHow you'll make an impactYou will develop the next generation High voltage capacitors focusing on the electrical design.Lead and/or contribute to R&D projects, Work packages with planning, execution, analyses and documentation in a structured and target-oriented working styleBuild experimental set-ups, conduct tests, and analyze test results, possibly including physical modelling.Work with a global R&D team ensuring knowledge sharing, and timely and high-quality deliverables.Close collaboration with our Hitachi Energy Research organization and with academiaCreate ideas and proposals for new R&D projects.Effectively communicate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and other external partnersQuality issue resolutionsDocument results in the form of technical reports, presentations, IP etc.Your BackgroundBackground in Electrical Engineering preferably PhD or MScIdeally 3 Years of working experience in the field of HV capacitorsSound analytical skills and experience with planning, conducting and analysis of experiments.Openness for new challenges and interest to learn and developTeam spirit with the capacity to work independently complemented by well-developedanalytical skillsAbility to also work in other technical areas, as for example: materials, insulation systems, thermal management, Multiphysics integration.Fluency in English, both written and spoken.Experience in, or ability to develop, project management and technical leadership skills.Bonus if you also have working experience of modelling and characterization of HV capacitors and/or other HV devices with solid insulation.Swedish and other languages is meritoriousWhat we offerCollective agreementFlexible working hoursHealth care and wellness allowanceFantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy, both within Sweden and globallyVarious training and education supporting employee developmentDiversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in SwedenSupplementary compensation for parental leaveEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perksMore about usAre you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson, [e-mail] 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. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. 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