Senior R&D Electrical Engineer

As our new Senior R&D Electrical Engineer, you will join our Technology Center in Ludvika, an organization leading continuous research and development activities on transformer accessories. As part of our global R&D community including Technology Centers and Hitachi Energy Research Centers worldwide, you will contribute to improvement of the performance of specified transformer components. You will focus on developing new products and further optimization of existing portfolio. As a member of the highly skilled global Technology Center team, you will run projects and contribute to the global roadmap execution.

Your responsibilities 

• You lead development projects self-driven on time, on budget and on quality
• You run feasibility studies, develop new technical concepts, design new products and simulate their expected performances, by proficient use of FEM software for dielectric and thermal simulations
• You organize prototyping and testing activities to validate new technologies and new products
• You document and transfer your knowledge and findings from R&D to production environment both locally and in other facilities abroad
• You provide technical support in domain of expertise to other departments when needed (product management, business development, marketing and sales, engineering…)
• You support reverse engineering analysis

Your background   

• Minimum Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or similar
• Deep knowledge of the design/testing and experience in developing of HV insulation components, preferably bushings
• Proficiency in the use of simulation tools (e.g. Ansys, COMSOL)
• Responsible team player with structured, proactive, self-driven and result oriented work approach
• Spirit of innovation, "out of the box" thinking
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering R&D role or similar
• Fluent in English, Swedish 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 benefits could be connected to this specific role

Additional information

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before August 23rd, 2024! Applications will be reviewed after the final application date in August.

Hiring Manager Ana Paula Ribeiro, ana-paula.ribeiro@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46107383152; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson, +46 107-38 27 47; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Michael Blomberg, michael.blomberg@hitachienergy.com.