HVDC Control&Protection Software Engineer-System Supervision&Communication
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a **HVDC Control & Protection Software Engineer** within its System Supervision & Communication team. Working with the MACH™ platform, the role supports the development, testing, verification, and maintenance of software for real-world HVDC projects alongside experienced engineers. Core responsibilities include solving technical issues, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams across Control & Protection, IT/OT, Hardware, and Operations. As experience builds, there may be opportunities to support commissioning activities and customer deliveries. The company generally supports **hybrid work** subject to agreement with the line manager. Applicants should hold, or soon complete, a **bachelor's or master's degree** in electrical engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, power systems, or a related field. Candidates must have basic programming and software development knowledge, strong teamwork skills, and professional working proficiency in English. An interest in software testing, automation, digital control systems, or industrial communication is essential. Familiarity with tools such as Git or Azure DevOps, knowledge of HVDC, power systems, EtherCAT, or other industrial communication protocols, and skills in Swedish or other languages are considered advantageous.
The opportunity
We are looking for Software Engineers to join our global HVDC Control & Protection Software team within System Supervision & Communication. In this role, you will work together with experienced engineers and learn how software is developed, tested, and maintained for HVDC systems using the MACH™ platform. You will contribute to real HVDC projects while developing your skills in software engineering, testing, system integration, and industrial communication.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Support software development, testing, and verification activities for HVDC projects.
- Develop and maintain software with guidance from experienced engineers.
- Perform software testing and help identify and solve technical issues.
- Prepare and update technical documentation.
- Work together with engineers from other Control & Protection teams, IT/OT, Hardware, and Operations.
- Take responsibility for assigned tasks and ask for support when needed.
- Learn Hitachi Energy engineering processes, tools, and ways of working.
- Follow Hitachi Energy's values, with particular focus on safety, integrity, and teamwork.
- As you gain experience, there may be opportunities to support commissioning activities and customer projects.
Your Background
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or soon to graduate, in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
- Basic programming and software development knowledge.
- Interest in software testing, automation, digital control systems, or industrial communication.
- Basic knowledge of tools such as Git or Azure DevOps is an advantage, but not required.
- Knowledge of HVDC, power systems, EtherCAT, or other industrial communication protocols is an advantage.
- Willingness to learn and develop your technical skills.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Professional working proficiency in English. Swedish or other languages are an advantage.
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 including 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.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application already today.
Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Linnea Gustavsson, linnea.gustavsson@hitachienergy.com
Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107- 38 29 86 ; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85