Arbetsbeskrivning

The opportunity 

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories.  Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation 

The HVDC - High Voltage Direct Current technology has been on the market for the past 70+ years and is used, among other things, to transmit power over long distances and integrate renewables into the grid with minimal losses, using overhead lines, underground and submarine cable systems. 

In this role you will be part of MACH Control & Protection Platform R&D department that is responsible for the development of state-of-the-art control system for HVDC and FACTS applications. 

This role is based in Ludvika, Sweden.

How you’ll make an impact

• You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of valve electronics products which constitute the hearth of a HVDC – High Voltage Direct Current system. The work requires deep understanding of analog and/or power electronics, both theoretical as well as practical tasks.
• Requirement management, development of design specifications and documentation are part of the work tasks as well.
• You will have the responsibility to create robust designs within the cost and time limits with a product lifecycle management perspective.
• We work in a modern environment where both rapid prototyping and productification take place. To our help we have tools and labs for the complete electronic hardware development cycle, from early prototype testing to final system verification.
• You will have responsibility for your design in all these steps.
• You will be living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business 

Your background

• Degree in electrical engineering, power electronics, or a related field; advanced degree is an advantage
• Strong experience in analog and/or power electronics hardware design
• Proven expertise in discrete analog design, including amplifiers, comparators, converters, and gate drivers
• Experience with high‑voltage power supplies, mixed‑signal circuits, and timing or clock distribution
• Solid understanding of thermal design, power and timing budgets, and reliability principles
• Hands‑on experience with simulation, board bring‑up, debugging, and laboratory measurements
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC, grounding, low‑noise design, and DFx practices for PCB and PCBA manufacturing
• Experience working in cross‑functional teams; test software development or PLM experience is a plus

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

Recruiting Manager Naman Raval, [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 10 738 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, [email protected]