HVDC Lead Engineer Plants
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking three professionals for the role of **HVDC Lead Engineer Plants**, based in Ludvika. In this position, engineers provide technical leadership across tenders and delivery projects for onshore converter stations and offshore platforms. Main duties include coordinating multidisciplinary global engineering teams across civil works, electromechanical design, auxiliary power, and systems such as HVAC and fire protection. The work involves defining strategic technical solutions, managing discipline interfaces, ensuring quality and safety compliance, serving as the primary technical contact for customers and partners, and supporting installation and commissioning. Applicants must hold an **academic degree in engineering**—such as electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related field—combined with at least five years of engineering experience that includes leading technical teams, multidisciplinary activities, or complex projects. **Fluency in English**, both written and verbal, is mandatory, while proficiency in other languages is considered an advantage. Experience working with HVDC, power transmission systems, substations, offshore wind, or other large-scale energy infrastructure projects is highly valued.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Lead Engineer - Plants who wants to take on a key role at HVDC in technical leadership in tenders and projects. You will have the responsibility to coordinate global teams with focus on Plants and Civil engineering design solutions and its interfaces for our onshore and offshore converter stations.
As a Lead Engineer - Plants, you will drive strategic technical decision making, ensure that our design solutions meet customer requirements, quality standards and project goals. You interact with other stakeholders such as customers, contractors, supply chain and site team, contributing to the successful delivery of some of the world's most advanced energy infrastructure projects. The role is offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the global energy transition while working in a highly collaborative and international environment. We are looking for three Lead Engineers. This role is based in Ludvika, Sweden.
"Are you ready to become part of a group of technical leaders with a passion for supporting our engineering teams and driving them forward? We work closely with many different functions and as a Lead Engineer - Plants, you will play a key role in driving transparency around technical solutions and their impact on projects that contribute to a greener future."
– Kamilla Sommarsjö, Global Head HVDC Lead Engineers - Plants
How You'll Make an Impact
- Provide strong technical leadership across Plants and Civil engineering teams and their interfaces.
- Primary contact for technical communication with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
- Drive completion of engineering activities in tenders and projects, working closely with technical leads, project managers, and interface managers.
- Manage technical risks and ensure compliance with quality, safety and engineering processes.
- Support installation and commissioning activities by providing expert technical guidance.
- Lead development of new technical solutions while interpreting customer’s needs and expectations.
- Take a strategic role in defining Plants and Civil solutions for onshore HVDC converter stations and offshore platforms.
- Coordinate engineering activities across key disciplines, including:
- Electromechanical Design
- Station Auxiliary Power Systems
- Civil Engineering
- Auxiliary Systems (eg Fire Protection, HVAC, Security Systems)
- Ensure effective coordination and management of interfaces between engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
- Represent the Plants discipline in customer meetings, partner discussions, and technical reviews.
Your Background
- Academic degree in Engineering (for example within Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related area)
- At least 5 years of engineering experience, including experience of leading technical teams, multidisciplinary engineering activities or complex projects is required.
- Experience within HVDC, transmission systems, substations, electrical power systems, offshore wind, or other large-scale energy infrastructure projects is highly valued.
- Strong technical understanding with the ability to quickly develop expertise in HVDC technology and systems.
- A collaborative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders across functions and geographic locations.
- Strong leadership skills and the confidence to make technical decisions when required.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to present technical solutions in a clear and structured manner.
- Fluency in English, both verbally and written, is required. Other languages are an advantage.
As a person, you are passionate about both people and technology. You thrive in a dynamic environment, take ownership of your responsibilities, and are motivated by solving complex technical challenges together with others.
What We Offer
- Collective agreement.
- Flexible working hours.
- Health care and wellness allowance.
- Fantastic career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally.
- A mentor to support you throughout your onboarding journey.
- Various training and development programs supporting continuous learning and career growth.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace with colleagues representing more than 70 nationalities in Sweden.
- Supplementary compensation during parental leave.
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks.
More About Us
Does this sound like the next step in your career? - apply today!
Recruiting Manager Jonas Jansson (jonas.x.jansson@hitachienergy.com) will answer your questions about the position.
For all other questions, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Malin Johansson (malin.johansson@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