HVDC System Design Project Manager

Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0136133

Date Posted:

2026-10-07

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Would you like to join our excellent team of Sub-Project Managers in HVDC System Engineering organization and have an impact on the goals and future business opportunities? Then you may become one of our great colleagues and take on responsibility in a stimulating work environment. Together with the team you will work in cross-functional project groups to design and develop HVDC systems. Working with us will offer you to grow your network internationally and open a multitude of career possibilities based on your interests and ambitions. 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 requirements.

How you´ll make an impact

• Supporting projects and tenders for HVDC System Design - managing the scope, budget and schedule while ensuring quality requirements are met.
• Be ready to be proactive and apply your project management and analytical skills.
• Interface with other departments in HVDC organization, representing your System Design team in project and tender meetings and discussions, also representing System Design in customer meetings.
• Participate in technical design reviews and in technical problem solving.
• Responsible for the technical coordination of System Design deliveries as well as managing the risks and identifying opportunities to reduce time and cost while ensuring quality requirements are met.
• When you feel comfortable in the role you get the opportunity to manage complex projects on your own. In other words, your ambition is the foundation for your development opportunities!
• Living Hitachi Energy’s Leadership Pillars as a leader which means live our vision, work together, deliver promises, and develop people.

Your background

• You hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferably in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• HVDC system design knowledge is considered an asset.
• You have good communication- and interpersonal skills.
• You enjoy working in diverse and multicultural teams and are interested to share your experiences and knowledge with your colleagues as well as learn from them.
• You are a flexible leader that enjoy problem solving and work in a structured way.
• Fluency in English, additional languages are considered an asset.
• Preferably, you have project management experience from working in engineering and are familiar with managing system delivery projects or tenders. HVDC system design project management experience is considered an asset.

More About Us​

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together. ​

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Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:  ​

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2) ​
• Group life insurance and additional insurances. ​
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank ​
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager) ​
• Health care and wellness allowance ​
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction) ​
• Psychological support program ​
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave ​
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development  ​
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally ​
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks ​

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The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations. ​

 

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Union representatives -Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 25 73; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85.

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Sara Wendel,

[email protected].

You will be part of Hitachi Energy, and its HVDC System Engineering organization - responsible for electrical design of HVDC power plants. HVDC technology has been on the market for the past 60 years and it is used to transmit power reliably and efficiently over long distances and with minimal losses, using overhead lines, underground and submarine cable systems.

 

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