Project Technical Engineer
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
In this role, you will be part of the HVDC System Performance Department which is responsible for the overall performance of HVDC transmission links. This includes the interaction of the link with the surrounding AC-networks and related AC-Network stability studies. As a System Study Engineer, you will have the opportunity to be part of large HVDC projects and be exposed to system studies performed during various stages of a project's lifecycle.
Joining our team also means working alongside a group of highly skilled and motivated professionals from around the world. Collaboration is essential to us, and you will have colleagues and stakeholders that are happy to share their expertise with you, and to learn from yours.
How you’ll make an impact
- Perform studies, analysis and optimizations of the system dynamic performance for our HVDC-deliveries including development of control algorithms.
- Contribute during testing of control and protection systems in-house and commissioning at our sites around the world.
- Participate in different stages of an HVDC project's lifecycle, including support of our sales department during the marketing phase, over tenders, and order projects.
- Cooperate with leading specialists of various disciplines involved in project and tender
Your background
- You hold a Bachelor's degree (preferably with HVDC experience), or a Master's or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, power systems, engineering physics, or a related field.
- Experienced Power System Studies Engineer or fresh out of university - we are interested in talents with various levels of experience!
- You are familiar with programs and tools such as PSCAD/EMTDC, PSSE, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Matlab, and/or ETAP.
- Since we work in an international environment you need to master spoken and written English. If you speak Swedish it is a plus.
- You have an analytical mindset, you are independent, self-going and take your own initiatives to solve problems.
- As a person, you are collaborative and communicative.
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
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge - apply today!
Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort +46 107 38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren +46 107 38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollestedt +46 107 38 70 43. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Antra Volujevica [email protected].
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About the role
June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026
Full time
Flexible
Company
- Västerås, Sweden
- Ludvika, Sweden
Entry-level to experienced
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