Hitachi Energy

Production Planner

Join Hitachi Energy in Västerås as a Production Planner. Manage production schedules, collaborate across teams, and optimize manufacturing for renewable energy products. Benefit from flexible work, health allowances, and career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy
Västerås, Sweden Hybrid Full time UTC+01:00

Hitachi Energy

Company Overview

Name

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

Headquarters

Zurich, Switzerland

Founded

2021

Size

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

Are you ready for an exciting challenge where your background in production planning and ability to find possibilities and adopt to the demand from a growing market can flourish? We are now looking for a driven and committed production planner to support our Grid Automation Products division.

As a Production Planner, you will create and manage detailed production schedules that support efficient and high-quality manufacturing operations. You will collaborate closely with production, SCM and order management teams to make prioritizations, maximize resource utilization and meet delivery targets. You will also play a key role in resolving production disruptions by identifying and implementing alternative production schedules. Take the chance to become part of a dynamic team where you have the opportunity to grow and develop!

How you'll make an impact

  • Review and analyze demand forecasting data to plan production schedules and capacity together with our master scheduler and production manager.
  • Collaborate with production manager to understand capacity, resource availability and production capacity to create accurate schedules.
  • Coordinate with Material Planner to ensure timely availability of materials and components at demand date of workorder.
  • Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed, to meet changing demands.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in the production planning process.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, production technologies and best practices in production planning.

Your background

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar
  • Previous experience in production planning or similar field
  • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
  • A collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset, combined with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple functions.
  • Experience in working with ERP systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Fluency in Swedish and English is mandatory

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 already today. ​

Recruiting Manager Morgan Lindblom, [email protected] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari +46 107-38 13 45; Unionen: Fredrik W Nordin, +46 107-38 15 12 ; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt +46 107 -38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Tobias Nilsson, [email protected].

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About the role

September 2, 2026

September 2, 2026

Full time

Hybrid

Company

Smart Grid

Hitachi Energy

hitachienergy.com

  •  Västerås, Sweden

Previous experience in production planning or similar field

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