{"data":{"id":198440,"slug":"hvdc-system-design-engineer-for-backbone","type":"job","title":"HVDC System Design Engineer for backbone","description":"The opportunity\nAre you passionate about engineering and problem solving? Maybe you are \u2013 or want to become \u2013 an expert within HVDC? Then this opportunity is for you!\nWe are currently looking for HVDC System Design Engineers. In this role you are responsible for the electrical design and functionality of HVDC converter stations, focusing on the high-voltage system, including main circuit design, insulation coordination and harmonic design.\nThis advertisement is for the backbone office within HVDC System Design department, where your main task is to support the project execution offices by improving base design and ways of working.\nThis role is based in Ludvika or V\u00e4ster\u00e5s, Sweden.\nHow you'll make an impact\nEnsure the base design and engineering solutions used in the HVDC converter stations are modularized, robust, productified and useful for the current HVDC market.\nEnsure ways of working (study processes, base reports & models, design principles and design rules etc.) are up to date, simple to use, robust and useful for the project execution departments.\nActively contribute in internal transformation projects and initiatives.\nEffectively participate in problem-solving discussions where you can present your work, discuss challenges and propose a path forward on a higher level.\nWrite clear technical reports describing your complex work in a professional manner.\nTake responsibility for your work activities, deliver with quality and on time.\nLiving Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business\n\nYour background\nYou hold a university degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with focus on Power Systems or Power Electronics.\nYou have a general understanding of electrical power systems and its equipments.\nYou encounter problems with a practical engineering mindset, understanding that models and calculations are estimations. But also, that input data could be arbitrary and that some requirements must be challenged and discussed to solve real problems.\nYou are a team player with excellent communication and report writing skills.\nFluent in English both written and verbal.\nProgramming experience in MATLAB and Python, and experience of EMT tools like PSCAD is highly advantageous. Experience of working in Azure DevOps is also beneficial.\nExperience in high voltage system engineering, and especially within HVDC, is highly advantageous.\nExperience in process development and productification work is advantageous.\n\nMore about us\nWe 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 \u2013 fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.\nOur benefits offering for our roles generally includes:\nCollective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)\nGroup life insurance and additional insurances.\nFlex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank\nHybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)\nHealth care and wellness allowance\nHealth insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek\/month via salary deduction)\nPsychological support program\nSupplementary compensation for parental leave\nVarious trainings and education supporting employee development\nInternal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally\nEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks\n\nThe benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.\nAre you ready for a new and exciting opportunity? Does this role sound like a good match for your skills and ambitions? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.\nRecruiting manager Casper Karlsson, casper.x.karlsson@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Oliver Chicaiza, oliver.chicaiza@hitachienergy.com.\nUnion representatives \u2013 Sveriges Ingenj\u00f6rer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 42.\nAccessibility and reasonable accommodation\nQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.\n\n\nThis is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.\n\n\nUse of AI and automated tools in recruitment\nAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including AI-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.\n\n\nBackground Screening and Security Checks\nAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.","language":"sv","is_translated":true,"title_original":"HVDC System Design Engineer for backbone","description_original":"The opportunity\nAre you passionate about engineering and problem solving? Maybe you are \u2013 or want to become \u2013 an expert within HVDC?  Then this opportunity is for you!  \nWe are currently looking for HVDC System Design Engineers. In this role you are responsible for the electrical design and functionality of HVDC converter stations, focusing on the high-voltage system, including main circuit design, insulation coordination and harmonic design.\nThis advertisement is for the backbone office within HVDC System Design department, where your main task is to support the project execution offices by improving base design and ways of working.\nThis role is based in Ludvika or V\u00e4ster\u00e5s, Sweden.\nHow you\u2019ll make an impact\nEnsure the base design and engineering solutions used in the HVDC converter stations are modularized, robust, productified and useful for the current HVDC market.\nEnsure ways of working (study processes, base reports & models, design principles and design rules etc.) are up to date, simple to use, robust and useful for the project execution departments.\nActively contribute in internal transformation projects and initiatives.\nEffectively participate in problem-solving discussions where you can present your work, discuss challenges and propose a path forward on a higher level.\nWrite clear technical reports describing your complex work in a professional manner.\nTake responsibility for your work activities, deliver with quality and on time.\nLiving Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business\n\nYour background\nYou hold a university degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with focus on Power Systems or Power Electronics.\nYou have a general understanding of electrical power systems and its equipments.\nYou encounter problems with a practical engineering mindset, understanding that models and calculations are estimations. But also, that input data could be arbitrary and that some requirements must be challenged and discussed to solve real problems.\nYou are a team player with excellent communication and report writing skills.\nFluent in English both written and verbal.\nProgramming experience in MATLAB and Python, and experience of EMT tools like PSCAD is highly advantageous. Experience of working in Azure DevOps is also beneficial.\nExperience in high voltage system engineering, and especially within HVDC, is highly advantageous.\nExperience in process development and productification work is advantageous.\n\nMore about us \nWe 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 \u2013 fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well\u2011being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.\u200b\nOur benefits offering for our roles generally includes: \u200b\nCollective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)\u200b\nGroup life insurance and additional insurances.\u200b\nFlex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank\u200b\nHybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)\u200b\nHealth care and wellness allowance\u200b\nHealth insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek\/month via salary deduction)\u200b\nPsychological support program\u200b\u200b\nSupplementary compensation for parental leave\u200b\nVarious trainings and education supporting employee development \u200b\nInternal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally\u200b\nEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks\u200b\n\nThe benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.\u200b\nAre you ready for a new and exciting opportunity? Does this role sound like a good match for your skills and ambitions? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today. \nRecruiting manager Casper Karlsson, casper.x.karlsson@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Oliver Chicaiza, oliver.chicaiza@hitachienergy.com.   \nUnion representatives \u2013 Sveriges Ingenj\u00f6rer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 42.\nAccessibility and reasonable accommodation\nQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.\n\n\nThis is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.\n\n\nUse of Al and automated tools in recruitment\nAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. 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