R&D Senior/Principal Engineer – Power Quality

Location:

Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0122380

Date Posted:

2026-04-09

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

You will be part of the Business Unit Grid Integration, located in Västerås. Grid and Power Quality Solutions (G&PQS) technologies provide more power and control in existing AC as well as green-field networks and have minimal environmental impact.  With a complete portfolio and in-house manufacturing of key components, Hitachi Energy is a reliable partner in shaping the grid of the future. Please find out more about our world leading technology at https://www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com/offering/product-and-system/facts.

At G&PQS you will create a sustainable future. If you are ready to meet the technological challenges within control and protection systems – together with a team of driven senior experts ­– then you can expect an equally exciting and ever-changing time ahead of you.

You will become part of a dedicated team, in which we work together to handle all requirements from different stakeholders. Collaboration is, in other words, a central part of your new position and is a key competence which will enable you to of further career opportunities and personal growth.

Your responsibilities

• Create concept design for our control and protection systems.
• Develop new business driven solutions within the domain of FACTS technology.
• Make architectural decisions on the existing and future product base.
• Coordinating with control platform supplier to ensure the compatibility of software and hardware and tools.
• Take new ideas from start to finish line, including offline studies, all the way to testing versus simulator or lab setups.
• Work in our agile teams to provide our delivery organization with new feature and applications.

Your background

• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or similar
• As minimum 7 years relevant competence and experience within Control or electrical design.
• It is highly advantageous if you have worked with the MACH-platform previously.
• Experience in configuration management is advantageous
• You are a driven problem solver who eagerly takes initiative and always delivers on time and according to expectations. Naturally, contributing to our continued development motivates you.
• We are looking for someone with a seniority level, who has a big interest in continuing to grow and has the drive to develop new own solutions.
• Proficient in English since you will be part of an international setting where you will get to exchange knowledge with people from all over the world.

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 an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today! 

Recruiting Manager, Majid Fazlali +46 725124080  will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Stefan Andersson, +46 10 7-38 08 21; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Julia Wiklund, Julia.wiklund1@hitachienergy.com

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com  

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