R&D Scientist Analytics & IoT for Power Systems

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Continuous training and professional development opportunities

Employee benefit portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB in Västerås is seeking an R&D Scientist to innovate in data-driven monitoring, diagnostics, and IoT solutions for power systems.

The role demands a PhD in Electrical Engineering or related fields, hands-on programming skills, and expertise in digital substations. You'll work in collaborative teams, validate concepts in a modern lab, and deliver impactful research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Preferably a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven research experience with digital substation equipment.
• Hands-on programming experience across multiple languages.
• Knowledge in data-driven signal processing and analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Identify technical requirements and drive innovation for energy systems.
• Develop solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Validate new concepts through laboratory testing.
• Manage R&D projects with clear targets.
• Collaborate with team members and external stakeholders.
• Deliver software, hardware, reports, and publications.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Data-driven signal processing

Programming across multiple languages

Knowledge in IoT

Algorithm development

Excellent communication skills

Team-player attitude

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Digital substations technology

Job description

The Opportunity

Innovation is at the core of Hitachi Energy, and our research centers are the backbone of our technology development. For our research center in Västerås, Sweden, we are looking for an R&D Scientist with expertise in data‑driven monitoring, diagnostics, and IoT solutions for power systems.

In this role, you will work in highly skilled, collaborative teams with access to state‑of‑the‑art laboratory and experimental facilities, contributing to technologies that enable a more sustainable and resilient energy system.

How You'll Make an Impact

Identify technical requirements and drive innovation for future sustainable energy systems

Develop and deliver solutions to complex technical challenges within R&D projects

Validate new concepts through laboratory and field testing, including measurements, signal processing, and data analysis, and optimize solutions to meet technical and performance requirements

Manage R&D projects or work packages with a structured approach, clear targets, and effective technical leadership

Create ideas and proposals for R&D projects aligned with business needs and future commercial potential

Collaborate and communicate actively with team members, customers, suppliers, and partners in industry and academia

Deliver results in the form of software, hardware, technical reports, patent applications, scientific publications, and presentations

Build a strong internal network and actively share knowledge and expertise across the organization

Your Background

Preferably PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Proven research experience related to digital substation equipment and architecture

Multidisciplinary knowledge in related areas such as IoT, communication and network architecture, and software development

Hands‑on programming experience, ideally across multiple programming languages

Knowledge and hands‑on experience in both classical and data‑driven signal processing and analysis techniques; experience in algorithm development is an advantage

Previous experience in leading R&D projects or work packages is an advantage

A curious mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to new technical challenges

Excellent communication skills and a strong team‑player attitude

Fluency in English, both written and spoken

What We Offer

Collective agreement

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Excellent career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally

Dedicated mentorship support during the onboarding phase

Continuous training and professional development opportunities

A diverse and inclusive workplace, with over 70 nationalities represented in Sweden

Supplementary compensation during parental leave

Access to an employee benefit portal with a wide range of discounts and perks

More About Us

Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge? Does this role sound like you? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.

For questions about the position, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Md Tanbhir Hoq ([e-mail]).

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jonas Hedberg [phone], Unionen: Ingrid Nilsson [phone], Frank Hollstedt [phone]. All other questions can be directed to our Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson ([e-mail]).

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, enabling a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digitalization at the core. More than three billion people rely on our technologies every day. With over a century of pioneering expertise in high voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing one of the world's most critical challenges-meeting growing electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, Hitachi Energy employs over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generates revenues of approximately USD 16 billion.