Arbetsbeskrivning

The opportunity

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a business unit within Hitachi Energy, located in Ludvika. The unit develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. HVDC is also used to connect power grids, e.g., between countries.

Are you looking for a stimulating and challenging job at the forefront of technology in a fast-growing market and organisation? We are looking for a senior project manager for production investments and production development projects.

You will be responsible for planning, organizing, leading and monitoring all work related to the project. The role is organized in the production development department in the manufacturing organization with cross-functional collaboration within the business unit. Depending on project size, you manage 1-3 projects simultaneously.

“Join our team on an exciting journey of historical growth as we ramp up our global production capacity. Embrace the opportunity to leverage your full production development toolbox—utilizing everything from established lean methods to cutting-edge digital technologies like AI and machine learning." – Mathias Lausch, Hiring Manager.

This position is based in Ludvika, Sweden.

Your personal qualities are vital for success! We are looking for you that have great self-drive skills, never doubting taking action and continuously seek knowledge and answers. Do you recognize yourself in our description? We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with so don’t hesitate to apply if this interests you!

How you´ll make an impact

• Initiate, plan, execute, and oversee multiple high-impact production investment and development projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market demands.
• Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders, including sponsors and steering committees, to facilitate effective communication and project buy-in.
• Keeping track of the project scope, timelines, and budgets, ensuring adherence to organizational processes while driving continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of learning and development within project teams, sharing best practices and lessons learned to enhance overall project delivery.
• Lead the resolution of complex challenges related to factory layouts, production flows, and manufacturing processes, utilizing analytical skills and innovative thinking.

Your background

• For you to thrive in this position it is meriting if you hold a bachelor’s degree in any engineering discipline or work experience seen as equivalent. You also have demonstrated strong problem solution skills.
• As a person you are customer focused, result oriented, driven and a good team player.
• You enjoy a fast-moving environment, with the ability to create your own working structure to deliver stringent results.
• Years of experience working in projects, preferably within the industry sector and in a leading position.
• Considered as meriting: experience from production engineering and LEAN principles, experience in Microsoft Project, experience of project management / working as a team member in project form.
• Fluent in both Swedish and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills, facilitating effective collaboration in diverse teams.

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? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today.

Recruiting Manager Mathias Lausch, [email protected] will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Lead Recruiter, Christian Falevik, [email protected].