R&D Senior Engineer

We are looking for a R&D Senior Engineer to join our Technology team for P&IC. In this role you aim to develop cost competitive products with best-in-class technology and quality for Surge Arresters and Capacitors.

Innovation is the heart of Hitachi Energy, and our Technology Centers are continuously challenging the technology limits developing the next generation products and solutions utilizing a high degree of innovation. Join us if you have outstanding scientific or technical expertise as well as drive and passion. Through your development projects you will become part of company-wide R&D community that will enhance your development and career.

Join our Technology Centre and be part of our exciting journey towards a Greener, Stronger and Smarter Grid.

We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with so don’t hesitate to apply even though you don’t fulfil all requirements.

Your responsibilities   

• Global product support for Surge arresters and accessories, as well as Capacitors. You will work with processes and articles as well as product development for surge arresters and capacitors.
• Lead and/or contribute to R&D project, GPS projects or work-package, with structured and target-oriented working style
• Work with a global R&D team ensuring a knowledge sharing, timely and high-quality deliverables
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, customers, suppliers and other external partners. Document results in the form of technical reports, presentations, IP etc.
• Create ideas and proposals for new R&D projects
• Technical support on quality issue resolutions

Your background  

• University degree combined with proven work-life experience in relevant field
• Experience from electrical engineering and project management
• It is beneficial if you have experience from High Voltage Surge arresters
• It is meritorious if you also have experience from High Voltage Capacitors technology
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Swedish and other languages is a merit
• You have the ability to work in other technical areas, as for example: dielectrics, thermal management, other products

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 benefits could be connected to this specific role

Additional information

You are welcome to apply by August 11th! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

More information: Hiring Manager Andreas Soors, andreas.soors@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer Philip Bengtsson +46 107 38 25 17, Unionen: Michael Fosselius +46 107 38 46 19, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Gustaf Hedström, +46 72-464 32 64, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com.