HVDC Control & Protection Systems
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-10-27
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking an engineer for **HVDC Control & Protection Systems** to join its HVDC engineering team. The position focuses on hardware electrical design for control and protection systems used in long-distance electricity transmission. Responsibilities include handling requirements, developing conceptual and detailed designs, and creating cubicle circuit diagrams, layouts, wiring lists, and material lists. The role also involves participating in factory system testing, monitoring cubicle manufacturing progress, managing delivery schedules, conducting quality checks, and collaborating with customers and other engineering functions. The employer supports **hybrid work** by agreement with the line manager. Applicants must hold a **bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering** or a similar background, combined with an interest in electrical system design and schematics. Strong communication and collaboration skills are necessary, along with fluency in English. Experience with Engineering Base and proficiency in Swedish are considered advantageous qualifications. The recruitment process may include a background check.
The opportunity
You will be part of the HVDC engineering team, working with hardware electrical design for our control and protection systems. HVDC technology enables efficient transmission of electricity over long distances and plays a key role in the energy transition. In this role, you will contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of sustainable energy.
"Join us and be part of a team that drives technological progress and delivers solutions for a greener world."/Saikishore Mohan – Team Manager
How you’ll make an impact
- You will be part of the HVDC engineering team and responsible for the hardware electrical design of our control and protection systems.
- To be involved in the requirement handling, conceptual & detailed design phase of control & protection systems.
- Design of cubicle circuit diagram, cubicle layouts including wiring list, material list, and more. Also, you need to be involved in factory system testing.
- You need to involve and follow-up of cubicle manufacturing progress, delivery schedules, and quality checks to ensure good quality and on time delivery.
- Work together with our customers to ensure our delivery is according to their requirements and standards.
- Collaborating and networking with other engineering functions, sharing best practices across different projects and tenders.
- You will have the opportunity to plan and organize your daily work together with your project team.
- To be proactive in finding solutions & to continuously improve the process.
Your background
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a similar background.
- You have a keen interest in electrical system design and electrical schematics.
- An independent and communicative person who is motivated to take on a new challenge.
- You enjoy communicating and collaborating with various people in your work.
- You have great communication skills and can easily seek and find the needed information.
- Experience with Engineering Base is valuable.
- As you will be part of a global business, it is important that you are fluent in English. Knowing Swedish language is meritorious
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.
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
This role might be subject to a background check.
Recruiting Manager Saikishore Mohan, saikishore.mohan@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 42; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Magnus Rönnholm, magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com.