Senior Project EngineerControl & Protection Software
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a **Senior Project Engineer – Control & Protection Software** specializing in sequence and interlocking for HVDC systems. Joining the HVDC Control & Protection team, the engineer takes technical ownership of core operational logic, interlocking principles, automated switching sequences, and station operating states. Responsibilities span the entire project lifecycle, transforming customer and system requirements into robust solutions, collaborating with design, protection, and testing groups, and supporting system integration and commissioning. The position also entails driving technical discussions internally and with clients, mentoring junior staff, and helping evolve sequence and interlocking methods and tools. The role offers **flexible working hours** under a collective agreement alongside structured onboarding mentorship. Candidates should hold a **degree in electrical engineering**, automation, control systems, power systems, or a related discipline, combined with several years of experience working with complex technical systems. Prior background in HVDC, FACTS, substation automation, protection and control, industrial automation, or power systems is expected. While not strictly mandatory, experience in commissioning, protection systems, relay applications, operational sequencing, or HVDC projects is highly valued. The role also requires professional communication skills in English, strong cross-system analytical ability, and an aptitude for collaborative problem-solving.
Senior Project Engineer – Control & Protection Software, Se-quence & Interlocking HVDC
The opportunity
Our names are Andrew Carruthers and Richard Palm, and together we lead the teams responsible for Sequence & Interlocking within HVDC Control & Protection. Our work sits at the operational core of an HVDC station.
We define the logic that ensures equipment is operated safely and correctly. We develop interlocking principles, automated switching sequences, operating states, and the conditions that determine when a station is ready to perform a specific action. Our solutions help ensure that complex HVDC systems operate safely, predictably, and reliably throughout their lifecycle.
As HVDC technology continues to evolve, so do the challenges. New technologies, new customer requirements, and new ways of operating power systems continuously shape how we work. Success depends on our team memberswho can understand the bigger picture, exercise strong engineering judgement, and transform complex requirements into robust and reliable solutions.
We are looking for experienced engineers who enjoy technical ownership, system thinking, and solving challenging engineering problems together with highly skilled colleagues.
This is not a role for someone looking to simply execute predefined tasks. It is a role for you who want to understand how things work, influence technical decisions, and contribute to the future of HVDC technology.
_“As managers, our goal is to create an environment where everyone can do their best work while continuing to develop their skills and expertise. We strongly believe in open technical discussions, knowledge sharing, mentoring, and a psychologically safe environment where questions, feedback, and continuous learning are encouraged. We value every person's voice and believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger.”_Andrew Carruthers & Richard Palm, Hiring Managers
How you'll make an impact
- Design and develop Sequence & Interlocking solutions for HVDC Control & Protection systems.
- Transform system and customer requirements into robust operational logic and engineering solutions.
- Work closely with system design, control, protection, testing, and commissioning teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Take technical ownership of specific functions, systems, or project areas.
- Verify and validate solutions through testing, troubleshooting, and system integration activities.
- Support commissioning activities and experience how your engineering decisions perform in the real world.
- Drive technical discussions both internally and with customers.
- Mentor and support less experienced engineers while contributing to the development of our team's technical capability.
- Contribute to future methods, tools, and technical solutions within Sequence & Interlocking.
Your background
We care more about technical capability and your personal skills than matching every item on a checklist. You likely have:
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
- Several years of experience working with complex technical systems.
- Experience in HVDC, FACTS, substation automation, protection and control systems, industrial automation, power systems, or similar fields.
- Experience with commissioning, protection systems, relay applications, operational sequencing, or HVDC projects is highly valued.
- Strong analytical skills and an ability to understand interactions across multiple systems and disciplines.
- The confidence to challenge assumptions and contribute to technical discussions.
- A structured approach and a curios mindset to engineering and problem solving.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
- Professional communication skills in English.
What we offer
- Collective agreement
- Flexible working time
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
- Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
- Various trainings and education supporting employee development
- Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
- Supplementary compensation for parental leave
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
- More benefits could be connected to this specific role
More about us
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply!
Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Julia Wiklund, Julia.wiklund1@hitachienergy.com