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Electrical Design Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Electrical Design Engineer

Västerås, Sweden

With a pioneering technology-leading offering, Hitachi Energy's Power Quality Solutions support the green energy transition with solutions that bring resilience, stability and increased capacity to the power grid. As a result, more renewable energy sources can be integrated, environmental impacts minimized and lower the risk of disruption in the grid.

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Your responsibilities

  • In this role you will design control and relay protection system, electrical plant system and auxiliary equipment.
  • You will also design and integrate third party's systems.
  • Convert technical requirements into a validated design and ensure that customer requirements are fulfilled.
  • Create drawings and product configurations.
  • Work with our base design solutions and processes.
  • Support our customers and handle customer documentation.
  • Constantly improving of our solutions and develop new ideas.
  • Together with team members or independently work with delivery projects, improvement projects, and tenders.

Your background

  • We are looking for an engaged and driven person who are true team player with a problem-solving oriented and structured mindset.
  • You are proactive, look for opportunities and take responsibility for the projects and the tasks you work on.
  • Knowledge of Electric Cad system. Zuken E3 and Engineering Base is a benefit.
  • Knowledge of calculation tools. ETAP is a benefit.
  • Knowledge of relay configuration.
  • You have a university degree in Electrical Engineering or similar work experience.
  • It is considered a big advantage if you have experience from FACTS, Substation, or infrastructure project.
  • English is a must, Swedish language skills are 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

More about us

Are you ready to join Hitachi Energy for a career with no limits and a place where you can be yourself? We are ready for you! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today.

More information: Recruiting Manager: Christian Müller, Christian.muller@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Tobias Nilsson, tobias.n.nilsson@hitachienergy.com.

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Client-provided location(s): Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-105470
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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