Control System Engineer, Research & Development

The opportunity

You will be part of the Business Unit Grid Integration, located in Västerås. Grid and Power Quality Solutions (G&PQS) technologies provide more power and control in existing AC as well as green-field networks and have minimal environmental impact. With a complete portfolio and in-house manufacturing of key components, Hitachi Energy is a reliable partner in shaping the grid of the future. Please find out more about our world leading technology at https://www.hitachienergy.com/products-and-solutions/facts

At G&PQS you will create a sustainable future. If you are ready to meet the technological challenges within control and protection systems - together with a team of driven senior experts - then you can expect an equally exciting and ever-changing time ahead of you.

We are expanding our team and looking for skilled engineers with expertise in power systems and control systems for power converters. Your main task will be to ensure the dynamic performance of our control solutions based on customer grid code requirements.

How you'll make an impact

• Create concept design for our control and protection systems.
• Develop new business driven solutions within the domain of FACTS technology.
• Take new ideas from start to finish line, including offline studies, all the way to testing versus simulator or lab setups.
• Work in our agile teams to provide our delivery organization with new feature and application.

You will become part of a dedicated team, in which we work together to handle all requirements from different stakeholders. Collaboration is, in other words, a central part of your new position and is a key competence which will enable your possibilities of further career opportunities and personal growth.

Your background

• You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in control engineering, electrical engineering or similar
• You have relevant competence and experience within electrical systems and control design.
• It is highly advantageous if you have worked with the MACH-platform previously.
• You will work together with experts in the field. It is an advantage if you have worked within a SCRUM, agile or lean setup previously and if you like to troubleshoot and test your own solutions.
• You are a driven problem solver who eagerly takes initiatives and always delivers on time and according to expectations. Naturally, contributing to our continued development motivates you.
• We are looking for someone with a seniority level, and who has a big interest to continue to grow and has the drive to develop new own solutions.
• Proficient in English since you will be part of an international setting where you will get to exchange knowledge with people from all over the world.

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 for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today!

Recruiting Manager, Majid Fazlali, +46 725124080, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Renee Lundgren, renee.lundgren@hitachienergy.com.

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Client-provided location(s): Västerås, Sweden

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-136693

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-06-05T23:38:32