Senior Mechanical Plant Design Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work & allowances for setting

Health insurance incl. dental

Employee Benefit Portal with thousands

Group life insurance and additional

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Sweden seeks a Senior Mechanical Plant Design Engineer based in Ludvika or Västerås to lead mechanical plant design activities for complex HVDC projects, ensuring high‑quality multidisciplinary coordination.

You will develop robust, cost‑effective technical solutions aligned with customer requirements, contracts, budgets and schedules, and drive engineering deliverables while supporting testing, installation and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical plant design with documents and concepts aligned to 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 cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience and/or knowledge in BIM coordination with external and internal partners.
• Familiarity with cost estimates and engineering hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical plant design activities for complex HVDC projects with multidisciplinary coordination.
• Develop robust, cost‑effective technical solutions meeting customer requirements, contracts, budgets and schedules.
• Drive engineering deliverables and provide technical support during testing, installation and commissioning.
• Ensure safety, quality and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare work plans, cost estimates and schedules; support scope and budget reviews.
• Collaborate with project teams, tender teams, customers, contractors and suppliers.
• Independently manage technical activities with limited supervision.
• Mentor and review junior engineers and contribute to technical development.

Skills

Plant design

3D modeling

BIM coordination

CAD tools

Siemens NX

Revit

Team collaboration

English skills

Tools

Siemens NX

Revit

Teamcenter

Job description

Senior Mechanical Plant Design Engineer

This role is based in Ludvika or Västerås, Sweden.

“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

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