Electrical Design Engineer

Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0131647

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

If you have a solid interest in technology and an inquisitive personality, we can offer exciting opportunities in an international environment. We are looking for additional team members to join our electrical calculations department within Power Transformers in Ludvika. In this role, you will collaborate and interact with various departments within the organization, both locally and globally. You will be involved in the early stages of large energy projects that have a significant impact on sustainability.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will create designs for transformers and reactors optimized according to customer requirements, factory production limitations, and relevant standards. This means you will design transformers dielectrically, magnetically, and thermally. Your design will be reviewed together with you and the customer, providing an excellent opportunity to better understand the customer’s needs.

We are interested in learning more about you and what you can contribute with so don’t hesitate to apply even though you don’t meet all the requirements.

How you'll impact

• Create a design of transformer/reactor optimized according to customer requirement, factory productional limitation and relevant standards.
• Be part of R&D’s projects to continue developing the best technical solutions to continue being a leading manufacturer of large power transformers and shunt reactors.
• Support Market and Sales in offering the best tender solutions and also during technical tender negotiations with customers.
• Choose of the main materials (steel, cable, insulation) and accessories (bushings, CT, OLTC etc.) for the transformers under design stage.
• Conduct inspection of the finalized product in our production to ensure that the transformer meets our highly set quality standards.

Your background

• University degree in Electro Power Engineering or Electro Physics. Master’s degree is of advantage.

• 3-4 years of experience in a similar industry, preferably within electrical machines.

• Analytical strength, understanding the business, knowledge of physical and technical fundamentals.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken. Swedish language is of advantage.

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 about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Additional information

Recruiting Manager, Maria Lizunova, [email protected] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka, +46 107-38 31 44. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Sara Wendel, [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.