R&D Engineer, Short‑Circuit Performance (Power Transformers)

Hitachi Energy; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Career possibilities globally

Training and education support

Diverse international team

Parental leave compensation

Employee discounts portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy's Power Transformers R&D team seeks an R&D Engineer specializing in short-circuit performance. You will develop expertise, run simulations, and conduct experiments to enhance transformer reliability worldwide.

The role blends analytical work, experiments, and collaboration with factories and universities on international standards. You will work in a global environment with engineers across functions, contributing to long-term technical development in R&D and supporting innovative

Qualifications

• University degree in Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or related field.
• Understanding of short-circuit phenomena including electromagnetic forces and dynamic behavior.
• Experience or academic exposure to finite element analysis (FEA) for structural/electromagnetic problems.
• Experience in power transformers or heavy electromechanical equipment is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to learn complex topics in a structured R&D environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional, international teams.
• Fluent in English; Swedish language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in short-circuit design with senior engineers and established methods.
• Improve reliability by analyzing short-circuit behavior and applying design rules.
• Perform finite element simulations to analyze stresses and dynamic responses.
• Study short-circuit currents, electromagnetic forces, and resulting stresses in transformer structures.
• Participate in experimental validation and material/prototype testing.
• Contribute to development of design tools and rules for short-circuit performance.
• Collaborate with global teams including factories, universities and Hitachi Energy researchers.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation within the R&D organization.

Skills

Short-circuit phenomena understanding

FEA experience

English fluency

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Structured R&D mindset

Education

University degree in Applied Physics / Mechanical Engineering / Applied Mechanics

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Your role

As an R&D Engineer specializing in short‑circuit Performance, you will be part of Hitachi Energy’s Power Transformers R&D organization, where you will develop your technical expertise and grow towards becoming a recognized contributor in short‑circuit design and analysis.

You will work closely with experienced engineers and global experts, contributing to the reliability and robustness of power transformers used worldwide. In this global role, you will combine analytical work, simulations, experimental activities, and collaboration with factories worldwide, offering a strong foundation for long‑term technical development within R&D.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Develop expertise in Hitachi Power Transformer short‑circuit design, supported by senior engineers and established methodologies.


• Contribute to improving the reliability and resilience of power transformers by working with short‑circuit behavior, design methods, and applicable international standards.


• Perform studies and finite element simulations to analyze stresses and dynamic behavior of transformer components during short‑circuit events.


• Apply and build understanding of short‑circuit currents, electromagnetic forces, and resulting dynamic mechanical forces and stresses within transformer structures.


• Participate in experimental and validation activities, such as material testing and prototype testing, to support analytical and simulation work.


• Contribute to the development and improvement of design tools and design rules related to short‑circuit performance.


• Develop competence and expertise by learning Dynamic short‑circuit behavior, Acoustic performance and vibration, and mechanical designs to improving reliability and resilience of power transformers Support transformer factories in special or non‑standard designs, contributing to short‑circuit design assessments under guidance.


• Collaborate with the global Power Transformers R&D team, the Hitachi Energy Research team, transformer factories worldwide, and universities.


• Actively support and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the R&D organization.

Your background

• University degree (BSc or MSc) in Applied Physics preferably, but Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or a related field are also considered.


• Understanding of, or strong interest in, short‑circuit phenomena, including electromagnetic forces, mechanical stresses, and dynamic system behavior.


• Experience or academic exposure to finite element analysis (FEA) for structural, electromagnetic, and/or dynamic problems.


• Experience from power transformers, electrical machines, or heavy electromechanical equipment is beneficial but not required.


• Ability to learn complex technical topics and develop within a structured R&D environment.


• Ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional and international teams.


• A structured and curious mindset, with motivation to improve tools, methods, and technical solutions over time.


• Good communication skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken. Swedish is an advantage.

What We Offer

• 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

More About Us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you?

Recruiting Manager Leonardo Ramalho‑Souza, [e-mail] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist +46-107,383,152; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka [phone]; Ledarna: Kennet Andersson [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson, [e-mail]