Team Manager Software Solutions - HVDC Control & Protection Software

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Career development opportunities

Employee Benefit Portal with discounts

Mentorship during onboarding

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking a Team Manager for Software Solutions in Ludvika, Sweden. This role focuses on leading a high-performing team in HVDC Control & Protection Software, ensuring quality and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a related field, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for technology. Join us to drive innovation and empowerment within the energy sector and help shape the future of energy.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in empowering individuals and caring for team growth.
• Minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or another related field.
• Knowledge or previous experience in HVDC Control & Protection Software is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and adept with digital collaboration tools.
• Ability to empathize in a cross-functional environment.
• Curious with a proactive approach to improving processes.
• Strong sense of accountability and decision-making skills.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and foster collaboration within the team.
• Maintain and ensure quality of the C&P Base Application Software.
• Shape team development and competencies for future needs.
• Report progress and risks to senior management.
• Adapt and implement strategies for HVDC Control & Protection Software.
• Develop and monitor processes to ensure quality results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or software engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

Seize the opportunity to become part of the backbone of our Systems organization as Team Manager for Software Solutions within HVDC Control & Protection Software. We are looking for an engaging, driven, and people‑focused leader who wants to grow together with the team and our company.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading one of our System Software teams, a cornerstone in securing robust, high‑quality base solutions that meet both current and future business needs.

We are seeking an experienced manager who can lead a high‑performing team in a demanding environment, with strong expectations on delivery, quality, and long‑term sustainability of our base solutions. You will combine leadership, technical understanding, and strategic thinking to support continuous improvement while developing and empowering your team.

This is a key leadership position with strong impact on our HVDC systems, offering the opportunity to shape foundational software solutions and contribute directly to the success of our Control & Protection software platform.

"At Hitachi Energy, we're not just advancing technology-we're advancing people. Join us to drive innovation, guide high‑performing team, and shape the future of energy through inclusive leadership and technical excellence. Empower tomorrow‑starting today." - Elmira Birkehag, Manager Systems, HVDC Control & Protection Software.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead with purpose: Be a role model for your team by living Hitachi Energy's Leadership Pillars - living our vision, fostering collaboration, delivering promises, and nurturing talent.
• Empower your team: maintain, evolve, and secure the long‑term quality and availability of the C&P Base Application Software (ASW) for TKS.
• Plan for future: Shape team composition, individual development, and competencies to meet evolving business needs.
• Communicate progress: Report activities, progress, and risks to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Drive strategic initiatives: Adapt and implement HVDC Control & Protection Software strategies and align with your team's goals and the company's vision.
• Ensure excellence: Develop, document, and monitor work processes to ensure your team delivers high‑quality results.

Your background

• Passion for leadership: Genuine interest in empowering individuals and care for team growth. Will manage a senior team of 15 engineers and previous experience as a people manager is a great advantage.
• Education: Minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or another related field.
• Technology focus: Balance a passion for leadership with a strong interest in technology. Knowledge or previous experience in HVDC Control & Protection Software products is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Strong communication skills: Engaging, articulate, and adept at using digital tools to collaborate effectively across global teams.
• People oriented: Easy empathise with people within the team as well as inside the organization, operating in a cross‑functional environment.
• Problem‑solving mindset: Curious and open to new ideas, continuously improving processes and work methods in a proactive way to enhance outcomes.
• Accountability: Manages deadlines, budgets, and risk with a strong sense of responsibility, making decisions confidently when needed.
• Global perspective: Fluency in English required to work effectively in an international setting. Swedish language skills are a bonus but not a requirement.

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 a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today!

Recruiting Manager Elmira Birkehag, [e-mail] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Julia Wiklund, [e-mail]