System Design Engineer

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.

Your responsibilities

• To successfully take on this position, you need to be thorough and structured with a high technical interest and strive for good solutions within the set time limits. You will be involved in projects, tenders, base and some R&D work.
• To grow with each task, enabling yourself to develop and take more and more responsibility. HVDC is a complex product, there is always more to learn.
• Your main task will be to study and verify the overvoltage protection scheme through simulations in PSCAD/EMTDC.
• Project/tender specific fault scenarios need to be investigated and the resulting overvoltage’s from the simulations will be input for equipment specifications and mechanical layout.
• Handle the interface with other interfacing departments. Ensuring you understand their needs, and they yours, and to work for a good corporation for best end results together.
• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• We are looking for self-motivated and reliable team player with an independent and result oriented working style, as well as strong communicative and collaborative skills.
• You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant area of Engineering.
• It is a merit if you have a couple of years of experience in this field.
• As a person you are supportive, fearless, open-minded and eager to learn new things. Your dare to take matters into your own hands, do not shy away from asking if needed and participate actively in discussions.
• You are ready to work in an international and multicultural work environment.
• You are proficient in English, since you will be part of a company that operates on the global arena.

We welcome applications from candidates at all career stages, from entry-level engineers to experienced and senior professionals.

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 as soon as possible.

Recruiting Manager Jonas Bergström, [email protected], will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Sara Wendel [email protected].