Manager Electro-Mechanical Engineering (Plant design) for Power Quality
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Västerås · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is looking for a **Manager Electro-Mechanical Engineering (Plant design) for Power Quality** to head a department of electro-mechanical and plant design engineers supported by two reporting managers. The position combines people leadership, technical oversight, and international stakeholder management within a global environment. Responsibilities center on leading global process improvements to boost productivity through modularization, standardized solutions, and digitalization, while connecting regional engineering centers worldwide. The manager also oversees competence development, plans departmental resources to achieve project milestones, and collaborates cross-functionally with product management, tendering, project management, and other engineering teams. The position offers **hybrid work** possibilities subject to agreement with the line manager. Candidates must hold at least a **Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field**, while a Master’s degree is preferred. The role requires a minimum of eight years of electro-mechanical engineering experience, including at least three years in a leadership or management position. Applicants need proven expertise in designing, analyzing, and validating complex electro-mechanical systems, alongside a solid grasp of manufacturing processes, materials management, PDM/PLM systems, and project management. Strong proficiency in CAD and simulation tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, and NX is essential, as are excellent communication, presentation, and team-development skills.
The opportunity
With a pioneering technology-leading offering, Hitachi Energy’s Power Quality Solutions support the green energy transition with solutions that bring resilience, stability and increased capacity to the power grid. As a result, more renewable energy sources can be integrated, environmental impacts minimized and lower the risk of disruption in the grid.
At Hitachi Energy, we value our people as our greatest asset, as we leverage diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. With our skilled and global project teams, we are there to support our customers worldwide to meet their sustainable goals, paving the way for a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system. Join our team!
How you’ll make an impact
- In this role, you will lead global process improvements that increase productivity through modular and standardized solutions and the digitalization of engineering processes, while connecting regional engineering centers worldwide to foster collaboration and alignment across our global engineering organization.
- This position offers a unique combination of people leadership, technical oversight, and international stakeholder management in a truly global environment.
- Lead and manage a department of electro-mechanical / plant design engineers. To your support, you will have two reporting managers.
- Collaborate cross-functional with other engineering teams, product management, tendering and project management to ensure seamless integration and alignment with project goals.
- Responsible for competence management within the function and planning of resources to effectively meet project milestones and deliverables.
Your background
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in electro-mechanical engineering, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
- Proven experience in the design, analysis, and validation of complex electro-mechanical systems.
- Strong proficiency in CAD and simulation tools, including platforms such as SolidWorks, Inventor and NX.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials management with experience using PDM/PLM systems.
- Strong project management skills, with experience in planning, execution, and risk mitigation.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing engineering teams.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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 Gustaf Hedström, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com
Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 (10) 7389148; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42.