Global Engineering Manager Electrical design and AC Protection and Control
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Västerås · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a **Global Engineering Manager Electrical design and AC Protection and Control** to lead an engineering office within the HVDC Department for Automation & Communication. Supporting large-scale onshore and offshore HVDC deliveries, the role involves overseeing expert engineers who define, procure, and monitor the delivery of Substation Automation (SA) and Protection & Control (AC P&C) systems for AC substations. Core responsibilities include tracking engineering progress and staffing across tenders and execution projects, developing departmental working methods, collaborating across business units, and serving as an active member of the management team. The position supports **hybrid work** by agreement with the line manager. Candidates must hold an **Electrical Engineering degree at M.Sc. level or corresponding level** alongside at least five years of experience leading technical teams. Applicants need a solid technical background in the electrical design of Substation Automation and Protection & Control systems, practical design experience, and documented field and commissioning experience. Qualified candidates must also have demonstrated knowledge of designing according to relevant grid codes, validating designs via grid network studies, and experience leading organisations that work extensively with sub-suppliers and delivery partners.
The opportunity
The HVDC market for large scale (Giga Watt) projects, both offshore wind and onshore, is booming. HVDC technology is a key enabler for the energy transition. The new technology interfaces to existing grids and also to novel renewable energy sources. The HVDC Department for Automation & Communication employs engineers who possess long experience in the fields of Electrical Desing, AC Protection & Control, SCADA & HMI and Auxilliary Automation executing on IT/OT/CS & Telecom infrastructure. In this recruitment, the open position is for a Global Engineering Office Manager in that Department
As the Global Engineering Manager Electrical Design and AC Protection & Control, you will lead an Office of expert engineers. The engineers will participate in tenders and execution projects where they define, procure and monitor delivery of Substation Automation (SA) and Protection &Control systems for AC substations (AC P&C) as parts of HVDC systems’ deliveries.
Your Office’s scope of responsibility is an integral part of the overall Automation system within the complete HVDC project delivery, posing high demands on you and your team’s ability to collaborate and interface with many colleagues across our organization. As Global Engineering Office Manager you will monitor engineering progress and staff needs in all ongoing Tenders and Projects.
How you’ll make an impact
- Using deep knowledge in relevant areas to mentor others
- Drive the development and work methods of the department
- Be an active person in the management team and take full responsibility for the area of responsibility
- Collaborate with other departments to improve the total project delivery
- See the bigger picture and drive successful deliveries
- Lead by example with honesty, transparency, and a strong sense of integrity
Your background
- You have at least 5 years or more of management experience leading technical teams
- You have a solid technical background in electrical design of Substation Automation and Protection & Control systems
- You have good knowledge of designing according to the relevant grid codes and from validating designs using grid network studies
- You have practical experience of design as well as documented field and commissioning experience.
- You have lead organizations working extensively with sub-suppliers and partners for deliveries
- As a person you are goal-oriented and with a leadership style that allows your teams to perform independently
- You are a good communicator and strong in building internal and external relationships
- You have an Electrical Engineering degree at M.Sc. or corresponding level
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 training 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 type of contract. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.
Are you ready for an exciting new 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!
Please note that we are hiring for multiple positions.
This role might be subject to a background check.
Recruiting Manager Stefan E. Johansson, stefan.e.johansson@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 (10) 7389148; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 46; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Fredrik Söder, fredrik.soder@hitachienergy.com