Senior Mechanical Plant Design Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement & pension options

Group life insurance

Hybrid work & home setup allowances

Health care & wellness allowance

Dental/eye care allowance

Psychological support program

Parental leave supplementary pay

Training and education opportunities

Internal and global career path

Employee discounts via Benefit Portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Plant Design Engineer in Sweden to lead mechanical plant design for HVDC projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across disciplines.

The role focuses on mechanical design within Plant Engineering, with opportunities to contribute to design, planning, risk assessments, and technical project execution. You will mentor and review junior engineers, coordinate with internal and external partners, and develop cost‑effective technical

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical plant design and preparation of documents aligned with customer needs and standards.
• Knowledge of electrical power transformation systems is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Experience or interest in 3D modeling of equipment layouts and collaboration with internal/external partners.
• Experience and/or knowledge in BIM coordination between external and internal partners.
• Familiarity with cost estimates like bill of quantities and engineering hours.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, Revit, Teamcenter; willingness to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical plant design activities for complex HVDC projects with high-quality multidisciplinary coordination.
• Develop robust, cost‑effective technical solutions aligned with customer requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Drive engineering deliverables in your area of expertise and support testing, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and risk mitigation across the project lifecycle.
• Prepare work plans, cost estimates, and schedules; support scope and budget reviews.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, tender teams, customers, contractors, authorities, and supply chain partners.
• Independently manage technical activities with limited supervision and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

3D modeling

Mechanical design

Project coordination

BIM coordination

English communication

Cross‑disciplinary collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Siemens NX

Revit

Teamcenter

CAD software

Job description

The opportunity

As a Senior Mechanical Plant Design Engineer within Plant mechanical, you will work in a collaborative engineering environment where problem‑solving, learning, and sound technical judgement are key. Within Plant Engineering, this role covers several disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, civil, and structural engineering, with a primary focus on mechanical design. Knowledge of other engineering areas is an advantage. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to HVDC station design through engineering design, planning, risk assessments, resource coordination, and technical project execution.

“In this position, you’ll work with complex and interesting challenges, collaborate closely across disciplines, and contribute to solutions that make a real impact. You are never alone — teamwork and knowledge sharing are fundamental to how we succeed.” — Lars‑Ove Mellberg, Mechanical Plant Design Manager

This role is based in Ludvika or Västerås, Sweden.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead mechanical plant design activities for complex HVDC projects, ensuring high-quality multidisciplinary engineering coordination.
• Develop robust and cost-effective technical solutions in line with customer requirements, contracts, budgets, and schedules.
• Drive engineering deliverables within your area of expertise and provide technical support during testing, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and risk mitigation practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare work plans, cost estimates, and engineering schedules, and support scope and budget reviews.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, tender teams, customers, contractors, authorities, and supply chain partners.
• Independently manage technical activities, solve complex engineering challenges, and support project execution with limited supervision.
• Mentor and review the work of junior engineers while contributing to technical development and best practices within the team.

Your background

We know that no candidate meets every requirement. If you are motivated by this role and meet many of the criteria below, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Ideally, You Bring

• Experience in mechanical plant design, including preparation of documents and design concepts aligned with customer needs, relevant standards, and internal guidelines.
• Knowledge of electrical power transformation systems is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Experience or interest in 3D modeling of equipment layouts and close collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
• Experience and/or knowledge in BIM coordination between external and internal partners.
• Familiarity with cost estimates like bill of quantities and engineering hours.
• Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, Revit, and PLM systems like Teamcenter is beneficial, and we support further learning and development where needed.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken, and a willingness to collaborate across cultures and disciplines.

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our Benefits Offering For Our Roles Generally Includes

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
• Group life insurance and additional insurances.
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
• Psychological support program
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

Recruiting Manager Lars-Ove Mellberg, [e-mail], will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, [e-mail]

Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, + 46107 38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone].

Publication date : 2026-09-24