R&D Senior Engineer for System Design

Hitachi Energy Sweden, Ludvika; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Mentor to support onboard phase

Employee Discount Portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden, Ludvika, is seeking an R&D Senior Engineer to develop advanced control strategies for HVDC MMC and LCC systems, mentor engineers, and drive technology roadmaps in a global, collaborative environment.

You will design control algorithms, perform small-signal stability analysis and transient studies, and mentor juniors while contributing to strategic technology directions and ensuring robust performance.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Power Systems, Electrical Machines and Drives, or Power Electronics Control.
• Several years of experience in HVDC or FACTS technologies.
• Strong knowledge of MMC topologies and HVDC control systems.
• Experience in small-signal stability analysis and transient simulations.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP-RV, Modelica, RTDS, Python, C/C++.
• Open-minded, solution-oriented, and collaborative with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize control algorithms for MMC- and LCC-based HVDC systems.
• Lead system-level dynamic performance evaluations and drive improvements in control strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to tech roadmaps and strategic direction.
• Collaborate in an agile, international environment and address evolving customer requirements.
• Ensure safety, integrity and responsible execution in all tasks.

Skills

Power systems expertise

HVDC/FACTS knowledge

Control system design

Small-signal analysis

Transient simulations

English proficiency

Mentorship

Analytical thinking

Collaborative mindset

Education

PhD in Power Systems, Electrical Machines and Drives, or Power Electronics Control

MSc in Power Systems, Electrical Machines and Drives, or Power Electronics Control

Tools

MATLAB

PSCAD/EMTDC

EMTP-RV

Modelica

RTDS

Python

C/C++

Job description

Join our HVDC R&D team at Hitachi Energy and help pioneer the future of energy transmission. We are now looking for a R&D Senior Engineer to contribute to the development of advanced control strategies for HVDC systems, including Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC) and Line Commutated Converter (LCC) technologies. This is a unique opportunity to work in a global, collaborative environment focused on innovation and technical excellence.

In this role, you will design and optimize control algorithms for MMC- and LCC-based HVDC systems, including multiterminal HVDC (MTDC) configurations. You will also perform small-signal stability analysis, harmonic studies, and transient simulations to ensure robust and reliable system performance. A key part of your responsibilities will be to lead system-level dynamic performance evaluations and drive continuous improvements in control strategies. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers and actively contribute to strategic technology roadmaps, helping shape the future direction of HVDC control systems and power electronics design.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Contribute to converter topology design, control and protection, and main circuit development for VSC HVDC and LCC HVDC systems.
• Perform insulation coordination, steady-state and dynamic stability studies, harmonic analysis, and performances under various conditions.
• Address evolving customer requirements with a strong stakeholder focus.
• Uphold our core values of safety, integrity, and responsibility.
• Collaborate in a supportive and agile team environment.
• Take ownership of both technology and your personal development.

Your Background

• PhD or MSc in Power Systems, Electrical Machines and Drives, or Power Electronics Control.
• Several years of experience in HVDC or FACTS technologies.
• Strong knowledge of MMC topologies and HVDC control systems.
• Experience in small-signal stability analysis and transient simulations.
• Skilled in simulation tools: MATLAB, PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP-RV, and ideally Modelica, RTDS, Python, C/C++.
• Open-minded, solution-oriented, and collaborative with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in English is required

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings 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 an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you and would you like to live and work in the birthplace of the HVDC and 3-phase power systems?

Due to summer vacations, the screening and selection process will begin in mid-August. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this period.