Senior Project Engineer Climate System
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a **Senior Project Engineer Climate System** based on-site in Ludvika, Sweden, with **hybrid work** available by agreement. The role is responsible for the design, engineering, and delivery of climate and HVAC systems for global HVDC converter stations operating in diverse environments, from deserts to arctic regions, both onshore and offshore. Key duties span the entire project lifecycle—from tendering and conceptual design through detailed engineering, procurement, and installation to commissioning. This includes performing technical calculations, conducting design reviews against customer requirements and ASHRAE standards, integrating systems with multidisciplinary teams, validating performance during site inspections, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates must hold a **bachelor’s or master’s degree** in mechanical engineering, energy systems, or a related field with a focus on heat transfer and fluid mechanics. Applicants require proven expertise in climate systems or HVAC equipment—such as chillers, dehumidifiers, and air handling units—alongside a solid understanding of psychrometric charts, control systems, and active/passive heat transfer. Professional proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Experience with large-scale engineering projects and knowledge of Swedish are considered advantageous.
The opportunity
We are expanding and looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our growing global team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, engineering, and delivery of climate systems within HVDC projects, ensuring the reliable operation of HVDC stations around the world, from deserts to arctic regions, both onshore and offshore.
“At Hitachi Energy, the Climate System team plays a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of HVDC stations across the globe. We are building a strong, multidisciplinary organization that combines deep technical competence with collaboration and innovation. As a Senior Project Engineer, you’ll be part of this journey. If you are motivated by engineering excellence and global impact, we would be happy to welcome you to our team” - Farshad Abbasi, Manager Climate System
This role is based in Ludvika, Sweden.
How you’ll make an impact
- Perform the technical design and calculations of climate systems for HVDC converter stations, including reviewing designs, drawings, documentation, and technical specifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure effective integration of climate systems within overall HVDC plant designs.
- Support all project phases—from tendering and conceptual design to detailed engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning—ensuring quality and timely execution.
- Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with customer requirements, ASHRAE standards, and internal guidelines.
- Assist with testing, verification, and performance validation during commissioning, including site inspections and on-site support.
- Translate customer needs into reliable and compliant climate system solutions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and mentor junior engineers to support technical development within the team.
Your background
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Energy Systems, or a related field with a focus on heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- Proven expertise in climate systems or HVAC equipment such as chillers, dehumidifiers, air handling units, and integrated monitoring and control sensors.
- Solid understanding of psychrometric charts, heat transfer (active/passive), flow diagrams, and control systems.
- Experience working on large-scale engineering projects is an advantage.
- You should ideally like working in a multicultural environment and be able to express yourself written and spoken in English. Swedish is considered an advantage.
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 a new and exciting opportunity? Does this role sound like a good match for your skills and ambitions? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.
Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, oliver.chicaiza@hitachienergy.com , will answer your questions about the position.
Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, mikael.hjort@hitachienergy.com; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, frank.hollstedt@hitachienergy.com; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, fredrik.holmgren@hitachienergy.com.