R&D Engineer - Electronics Hardware Design

Hitachi, Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 377,806 - 539,723; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Career possibilities

Training and education opportunities

Supplementary compensation for parental leave

Employee Benefit Portal

Job summary

Hitachi, Ltd. is seeking a motivated R&D Engineer specializing in Electronics Hardware Design to join our innovative team in Ludvika, Sweden. In this role, you will design and develop electronic circuits for power electronics applications, ensuring compliance with design specifications and industry standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and have over 3 years of experience in electronics hardware design. Hitachi offers various benefits, including flexible working hours and fantastic career opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electronics hardware design, specifically in power electronics.
• Fluent in English, Swedish is a plus.
• Ability to work in fast-paced R&D environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic circuits for power electronics applications.
• Conduct simulations and verify circuit performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital circuit design

Power electronics

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Simulation tools

EMI/EMC principles

Microcontrollers

Communication protocols

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

Cadstar

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled R&D Engineer specializing in Electronics Hardware Design to join our innovative team at HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB. In this role, you will be instrumental in the development of cutting‑edge electronics solutions, from conceptualization through to production, contributing to the future of sustainable energy.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test analog and digital electronic circuits for power electronics applications, including control boards, gate drivers, and sensor interfaces.
• Perform schematic capture, PCB layout design, and component selection, ensuring adherence to design specifications, industry standards, and DFM/DFT principles.
• Conduct detailed simulations (e.g., SPICE, Altium Designer) to verify circuit performance and integrity.
• Build, debug, and validate hardware prototypes, conducting comprehensive functional and performance testing.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including software engineers, mechanical engineers, and product managers to integrate hardware designs into complete systems.
• Participate in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and incorporating input from stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and manufacturing instructions.
• Stay abreast of the latest technologies, components, and industry trends in power electronics and hardware design.
• Contribute to the identification and resolution of technical challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in electronics hardware design, specifically within power electronics or industrial applications.
• Strong proficiency in analog and digital circuit design, including microcontrollers, FPGAs, power supplies, and signal conditioning.
• Understanding schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, Cadstar).
• Experience with hardware debugging and testing using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment.
• Solid understanding of EMI/EMC principles and design for compliance.
• Familiarity with various communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, CAN).
• Knowledge of power converter topologies (e.g., DC‑DC, AC‑DC, DC‑AC) is a significant advantage.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink) is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal. Swedish language skills are a plus.

Benefits

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working hours
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy, both within Sweden and globally
• Various training and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

Company Overview

Are 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!

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