Senior internal lead auditor
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is hiring a **Senior internal lead auditor** for its Power Transformers business unit in Ludvika. Operating under a **hybrid work model** that combines on-site presence with remote work, the role serves as audit manager within the quality department. Primary duties involve leading, executing, and improving internal audit programs covering ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, and 50001), serving as the primary liaison for external certification bodies, and coordinating the internal auditor community. Additional responsibilities include documenting audits, tracking and reporting on deviations, and providing onboarding and training to employees to embed management systems into daily production and process development. Candidates must hold a **bachelor's or master's degree** in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field, alongside proven experience in compliance, auditing activities, and working with standards. Prior experience auditing ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 50001 is required, as is fluency in both Swedish and English. Status as a certified ISO Lead Auditor or equivalent experience is considered an advantage.
The opportunity
Power Transformers is a business unit within Hitachi Energy that manufactures power transformers and reactors up to the highest possible power and voltage levels. The unit in Ludvika has unique global expertise in ultra-high voltage technology and is an important hub for the development of new transformer technology. Power Transformers is currently in a strong growth phase and we are therefore looking for an audit manager for our quality department. In this role, you will have a central position in the organization and be an important part of the development of both our production and our processes. This position is located at Hitachi Energy – Power Transformers in Ludvika, Sweden. We believe in a hybrid model when it comes to remote and on-site work, knowing that both physical contact and individual time for focus are needed.
How you’ll make an impact
- You will be responsible for leading, running and improving our internal audit activities regarding standards ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001.
- Support and coordinate our internal auditor community, ensuring auditors stay up to date on relevant standards, helping the organization effectively manage and follow up on deviations.
- Promote management systems as an integral part of daily operations.
- Be the contact person for external ISO certification bodies.
- Conduct, document and follow up on internal audits.
- Work together with other internal auditors at Power Transformers to ensure that we have an efficient and coordinated way of working with audits.
- Monthly status report on the management of internal and external audit deviations.
- Provide onboarding and training for relevant Power Transformers employees.
Your background
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field.
- Proven experience working with standards, compliance, and auditing activities.
- You are proactive, able to meet deadlines, and driven to identify opportunities for improvement and create lasting value for the organization
- You are a team player with strong communication skills and a passion in driving improvements through ISO standards, audit insights, and process development.
- You are pragmatic, resourceful, and committed to finding ways to improve performance, deliver business value, and meet compliance requirements.
- Certified ISO Lead Auditor or equivalent experience is considered an advantage
- Prior experience in auditing ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001
- Fluency in both Swedish and English.
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.
Recruiting Manager Mats Dahlman, mats.dahlman@hitachienergy.com answers your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist +46 107 383 152; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka +46 10 738 31 44; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43 . All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner, Tobias Nilsson, tobias.n.nilsson@hitachienergy.com