Senior R&D Engineer – Simulation / Mechanical Design

Hitachi Energy; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Group life insurance

Flex-time

Hybrid work

Health care allowance

Wellness program

Parental leave compensation

Training & education

Global career opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy’s Transformer Bushings R&D team in Ludvika is seeking a Senior Simulation Engineer to advance world-leading high-voltage bushing technology. You will create, validate and apply electrical, thermal, mechanical, and multiphysics models to guide design decisions and drive performance.

You will collaborate across R&D, testing and manufacturing while growing technical leadership. The role offers opportunities to learn from senior experts, build deep technical capabilities, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience with simulation software (COMSOL, Ansys, Abaqus or similar FEM tools).
• Knowledge of heat transfer, structural mechanics, electromagnetics and multiphysics simulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulation and analysis of high-voltage bushings and related components.
• Develop and validate electrical, thermal, mechanical, and multiphysics models.
• Support product development activities with simulation-driven design recommendations.
• Collaborate with R&D, testing, manufacturing and technical experts.
• Lead and support technical projects.
• Drive continuous improvements in simulation methodologies and engineering processes.
• Learn from senior experts and contribute to the long-term development of our technical knowledge base.

Education

Master’s degree in a related engineering field

Tools

COMSOL Multiphysics

Ansys

Abaqus

FEM tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

The opportunity

Join our Transformer Bushings R&D team in Ludvika and contribute to the development of world-leading high-voltage bushing technology.

We are looking for a Senior Simulation Engineer who is passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and motivated to solve complex technical challenges through modeling and simulation.

You will work closely with experienced technical experts and play an important role in developing simulation capabilities within thermal, mechanical, and multiphysics domains. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build deep technical expertise and grow into a future specialist or technical leader.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Perform simulation and analysis of high-voltage bushings and related components.
• Develop and validate electrical, thermal, mechanical, and multiphysics models.
• Support product development activities by providing simulation-driven design recommendations.
• Collaborate with R&D, testing, manufacturing, and technical experts.
• Lead and support technical projects.
• Drive continuous improvements in simulation methodologies and engineering processes.
• Learn from senior experts and contribute to the long-term development of our technical knowledge base.

Your background

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with simulation software such as COMSOL Multiphysics, Ansys, Abaqus, Similar FEM tools.
• Knowledge in Heat transfer, Structural mechanics, Electromagnetics, and Multiphysics simulations.
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar tools are considered an advantage.
• Experience in high-voltage technology, insulation systems, or transformer components is a plus.

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.

Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson, [phone].

Publication date : 2026-09-01