R&D Engineer for Testing and Validation

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking an R&D Engineer for Testing and Validation in Ludvika. You will join the Environmental Verification team to perform environmental verification and qualification testing across EMC, climatic, safety, and mechanical domains.

Responsibilities include developing test plans and reports, building lab setups, and ensuring compliance with international standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams on product qualification and release readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental verification testing and product qualification.
• Familiarity with international standards and structured engineering processes.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute environmental verification activities (EMC, climatic, safety, mechanical).
• Develop test specifications, procedures, verification plans, and reports for hardware products.
• Build, supervise, and troubleshoot laboratory test setups with instrumentation.
• Verify compliance with IEC standards and internal requirements; support root-cause investigations.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project teams, suppliers, and external labs throughout the lifecycle.
• Drive verification activities from planning through execution, reporting, and follow-up.

Skills

EMC testing

Climatic testing

Safety testing

Mechanical testing

Embedded systems

Power electronics

IEC standards

Test automation

Data acquisition

Python

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Education

BSc or MSc in Electronics or Electrical Eng.

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID:R0135201Date Posted:2026-08-05Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityWe are seeking a new R&D Engineer for Testing and Validation within our Environmental Verification team at Hitachi Energy in Ludvika.The Environmental Verification team is part of IVRS (Integration, Verification, Release and Support) within GI MACH. IVRS is responsible for integration, verification, release, and support activities, ensuring that MACH products and solutions meet defined requirements and are released with the right quality. The Environmental Verification function is responsible for environmental verification and qualification testing of MACH hardware products, including pre-compliance, pre-type, and type testing activities.We play a key role in ensuring compliance with applicable international standards and regulatory requirements while supporting product qualification and release readiness. Our products range from embedded control and protection devices to advanced control systems and power electronics used in Power Transmission and Power Quality solutions such as HVDC, SVC, and STATCOM.You will work in a highly technical and collaborative environment, contributing to the reliability and quality of critical energy infrastructure while working closely with development teams, project management , and laboratories.How you’ll make an impactPlan, prepare, and execute environmental verification activities, including EMC, climatic, safety, and mechanical testing.Develop test specifications, test procedures, verification plans, and test reports for hardware products.Build, supervise, and troubleshoot laboratory test setups using test equipment and instrumentation.Verify product compliance with applicable international standards, regulations, and internal requirements.Analyze test results, identify deviations, and support root-cause investigations and corrective actions.Collaborate with design engineers, project teams, suppliers, and external laboratories throughout the product development lifecycle.Support product qualification activities, type testing, release milestones, and continuous improvement initiatives.Drive assigned verification activities from planning through execution, reporting, and follow-up.Your BackgroundB.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.Several years of experience in testing, verification, validation, product qualification, or laboratory-based engineering work.Experience in one or more of the following areas: EMC, climatic, safety, mechanical testing, industrial electronics, embedded systems, control and protection systems, or power electronics.Knowledge of international standards and structured engineering processes, preferably within areas such as IEC 60255, IEC 61000, IEC 60068, product compliance, certification, or type testing.Experience with laboratory instrumentation, electrical measurements, test automation, data acquisition, or engineering tools such as Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage technical details while maintaining a broader system perspective in a global and collaborative environment.What 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: Håkan Blomquist +46-107,383,152; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson [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. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. 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