Team Manager Software Solutions - HVDC Control & Protection Software

Hitachi Energy, Ludvika; Ludvika kommun; Presencial; SEK 1 000 000 - 1 400 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Career growth globally

Mentor to support onboarding

Resumo da oferta

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Team Manager for Software Solutions within HVDC Control & Protection Software. You will lead a System Software team responsible for robust base applications, ensuring high-quality results that meet current and future needs.

The role requires a proven people manager, a bachelor’s degree in electrical or software engineering, and strong English communication. Swedish is a bonus. You will influence strategy, coaching, and continuous improvement across global teams.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or software engineering or related field.
• Experience as a people manager with a senior team.
• Strong English communication; Swedish a bonus but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and empower a high-performing System Software team (approx. 15 engineers).
• Drive delivery, quality, and long-term sustainability of base software solutions.
• Shape team composition, development plans, and competencies to meet evolving needs.
• Report progress, risks, and initiatives to senior management.

Conhecimentos

People management

Leadership

Communication

Global collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in electrical/software engineering

Related field

Ferramentas

HVDC Control & Protection Software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Team Manager Software Solutions - HVDC Control & Protection Software

Manager

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: You have a genuine interest in empowering individuals and care for team growth. You will manage a senior team of 15 engineers and previous experience as a people manager is a great advantage.


• As minimum a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or another related field.


• Technology focus: You 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: You are engaging, articulate, and adept at using digital tools to collaborate effectively across global teams.


• People oriented: you can easily empathise with people within the team as well as inside the organization, as you operate in a cross functional environment.


• Problem‑solving mindset: You are curious and open to new ideas, continuously improving processes and work methods in a proactive way to enhance outcomes.


• Accountability: You manage deadlines, budgets, and risk with a strong sense of responsibility, making decisions confidently when needed.


• Global perspective: Fluency in English is 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?

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]