R&D Scientist Analytics & IoT for Power Systems

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB; Västmanlands län; On-site; SEK 491,427 - 709,839; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness allowance

Flexible working hours

Career opportunities

Mentorship during onboarding

Continuous training and professional development

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking an R&D Scientist in Västerås, Sweden, to drive innovation in data-driven monitoring and IoT solutions for power systems. You will collaborate in skilled teams, developing technical solutions aimed at sustainable energy.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field and has research experience in digital substations. Attractive benefits include flexible hours and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Preferably a PhD in relevant engineering or computer science.
• Proven research experience in digital substations.
• Must possess hands-on programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify technical requirements for sustainable energy systems.
• Develop solutions for technical challenges in R&D.
• Validate concepts through testing and optimization.

Skills

Research experience related to digital substation equipment

Programming experience across multiple languages

Knowledge in IoT and communication architecture

Data-driven signal processing

Leadership in R&D projects

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

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.