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System Design Engineer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

System Design Engineer

Västerås, Sweden

The opportunity

We are doing something unique in the power industry - our technology enables greater amounts of power to reach customers with minimal environmental impact. Enabling integration of renewable power generation and enhancing power grid reliability. As pioneers and market leaders in the field we deliver groundbreaking power quality solutions to customers all over the world!

We are expanding our team in Västerås, Sweden, and are looking for you who want to be part of the journey to enable grids for the future! We have a friendly, diverse, and multidisciplinary environment. This is a team that you can flourish in and where you are given responsibility as well as an excellent platform to build your future career upon either as a specialist in system design area or proceed in other areas within Grid & Power Solutions.

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How you'll make an impact

  • As a System Design Engineer, your mission will be to define the overall technical solutions and cover several technical areas, which provide great opportunities for varied and developing work.
  • Your tasks will include main circuit design of Power Quality Solutions comprising e.g. our SVC Light Enhanced active power capabilities through supercapacitors, and related design studies. You will also have the possibility to perform power system studies to verify the plants' performances in our customers' networks.
  • You will be in close contact with the other engineering disciplines, sub-suppliers, project managers, customers, and other Hitachi Energy units globally.
  • You will also have close connection to research and development activities for our complete product portfolio.
  • You will have the opportunity to be responsible for the entire System Design's scope in delivery projects and to coordinate all related tasks to ensure we deliver on time and within budget.

Your background

  • You have an interest in Electrical Power Systems.
  • You hold an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or Energy Systems Engineering with a focus on electrical power engineering, control systems or similar, preferably having relevant experience.
  • It is meritorious if you have previous experience working with supercapacitors or batteries for power systems.
  • You have the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • You are used to and are comfortable taking responsibility for your deliverables, internally as well as externally towards customers and sub-suppliers.
  • You have good communication skills and the wish to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
  • You are a curious person with the drive to challenge yourself for continuous development in both the short and long term.
  • As you will be part of a company that operates on a global arena, fluency in English is required.

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 interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with so don't hesitate to apply even though you don't meet all requirements. A team with great cooperation and with diverse backgrounds is waiting for you to join!

Last day to send in your application is 8/12 - 2024. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position can be filled in a shorter timeline.

Recruiting manager Patrik Sandquist, patrik.sandquist@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. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Håkan Kempel, Hakan.kempel@hitachienergy.com.

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Client-provided location(s): Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-106876
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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