Hitachi Energy

R&D Engineer - Power Quality Software Tools Development

Join Hitachi Energy in Västerås as an R&D Engineer developing power quality software tools. Use your electrical engineering and software skills to innovate in renewable energy solutions. Enjoy flexible hours, health benefits, and global career growth in a diverse team.
Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy
Västerås, Sweden Flexible Full time UTC+01:00

Hitachi Energy

Company Overview

Hitachi Energy Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd.

Zurich, Switzerland

2021

Approximately 45,000 to over 50,000 employees globally (source: hitachienergy.com). Revenue reached around $13 billion USD in 2023 (source: hitachienergy.com).

What They Do

Hitachi Energy specializes in power grid technologies, focusing on high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems, which have integrated over 150 gigawatts globally. Their product offerings include high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, and services aimed at grid modernization and renewable energy integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company provides HVDC converter stations, distribution transformers, and innovative gas insulation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the energy transition (source: hitachienergy.com). Target markets encompass utilities, industries, infrastructure, renewable energy developers, and data centers, with a presence in over 140 countries organized into five global business units for localized service delivery (source: cbinsights.com). The company leverages the combined expertise of ABB's power grids and Hitachi's digital technologies, evidenced by a significant increase in order backlog since 2020 (source: hitachienergy.com).

Projects & Track Record

Hitachi Energy has been involved in several notable projects, including the supply of equipment for China's Changji-Guquan UHVDC transmission line, the world's first at 1,100 kV, completed in 2018 (source: wikipedia.org). Other significant projects include the fluoronitrile-based gas replacement for National Grid in Kent, UK, and HVDC converter stations for the North Sea Link submarine cable, both completed in 2021 (source: wikipedia.org). Recently, they have also developed a renewable energy microgrid for Gull Bay First Nation in Canada (2022) and are currently working on offshore platforms and onshore HVDC converter stations for TenneT in the North Sea (source: wikipedia.org). Their geographic presence spans over 140 countries, with a strong focus on expanding manufacturing capabilities in North America to meet growing demand (source: hitachienergy.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Hitachi Energy has announced over $155 million USD in investments to bolster manufacturing capacity in North America, including a new distribution transformer factory in Reynosa, Mexico, which is expected to create 350 jobs (source: hitachienergy.com). Additionally, they are modernizing their power transformer factory in Varennes, Quebec, with an investment exceeding $100 million (source: hitachienergy.com). The company also completed the acquisition of ABB's remaining stake in December 2022, solidifying its position as a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (source: wikipedia.org). Furthermore, they reported significant revenue growth in fiscal year 2023, contributing to Hitachi Ltd.'s Green Energy & Mobility segment revenues (source: hitachi.com).

Working There

Hitachi Energy offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, skilled manufacturing, administrative positions, and research, with a strong emphasis on hiring due to recent expansions (source: hitachienergy.com). The company has added over 8,000 employees globally between 2020 and 2023, with significant growth in the U.S. and Canada (source: hitachienergy.com). Office locations include Reynosa, Mexico; South Boston and Mount Pleasant, USA; Varennes, Quebec City, Montreal, Canada; Zurich, Switzerland; and Ludvika, Sweden (source: hitachienergy.com). The company culture promotes innovation, co-creation with customers, and a commitment to energy transition, as highlighted by CEO Claudio Facchin (source: hitachienergy.com).


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Job Description

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

Climate change, increase of renewable energy, and the challenges of creating a stable and reliable power system across the world are some of the drivers for the Grid and Power Quality Solution business at Hitachi Energy. In this role, you will be part of a team of experienced engineers and specialists in FACTS solutions, and be based in Västerås, Sweden. This team is central for creating our shunt solution design methods and you will make a difference by developing the SW design tools we use for engineering our Power Quality solutions.

How you'll make an impact

  • Utilize your understanding of Power Systems and knowledge in Software development to develop and implement new functionalities and improvements in our design tools software suite
  • Maintain knowledge in your competence areas and stay up to date with new development and possibilities that can benefit our design tools and the use thereof
  • Support configuration management and development of our testing and release procedures used for our design tools suite
  • Identify and manage risks in research and development projects, and in the wider organization
  • Contribute to the development of strategic technology plans and roadmaps related to our tools suite and their capabilities
  • Proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increase customer satisfaction
  • Act with integrity and transparency in a complex environment and seek collaborations within, and possibly outside, the company

Your background

  • You hold a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
  • You have a strong interest in, and prior experience of object-oriented software development and software architecture. In this role it is highly beneficial if you understand power converter-based systems design - as this is what the tools are used for.
  • Experience in configuration management is advantageous
  • Ability to approach work with a systematic way of thinking and propose solutions based on structured analysis
  • You have good communication skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken

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 about us

We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with so don't hesitate to apply even though you don't meet all requirements. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, don't delay - apply today.

Recruiting Manager Majid Fazlali, [email protected] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Julia Wiklund, [email protected]

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About the role

May 24, 2026

Full time

Company

May 24, 2026

Flexible

Smart Grid

Hitachi Energy

hitachienergy.com

  •  Västerås, Sweden

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar, with experience in software development.

UTC+01:00