HVDC Lead Engineer Plants
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking two engineers for the role of **HVDC Lead Engineer Plants**, based in either Ludvika or Västerås. The position entails providing technical leadership across tenders and projects for onshore and offshore converter stations. Responsibilities include coordinating global teams across plants and civil engineering design, electromechanical design, auxiliary power systems, and civil infrastructure interfaces. The role acts as the primary contact for technical communications with customers, partners, and site teams, driving strategic technical decisions, managing technical risks, and supporting installation and commissioning activities. Candidates must hold an **academic degree in engineering**—such as electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, or a related area—and have at least **five years of engineering experience**, including leading technical teams, complex projects, or multidisciplinary activities. Professional fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required, while additional languages are an advantage. Prior experience within HVDC, transmission systems, substations, offshore wind, or 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 two Lead Engineers. This role is based in Ludvika or Västerås, 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.
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.
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 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