What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Valve Design Engineer position at hitachi?
Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden Job ID: R0118707 Date Posted: 2026-04-23 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Electrical Valve Design department is part of HVDC Products at Hitachi Energy in Ludvika. We are globally responsible for the electrical design and technical requirements of semiconductor-based HVDC and SVC valves, as well as advanced current measurement solutions for HVDC applications. HVDC valves are critical components used to convert AC to DC (and vice versa), enabling long-distance and high-capacity power transmission. SVC valves are used to support and stabilize AC power systems. In addition, we design digital optical instrument transformers—state-of-the-art, compact current measurement devices tailored for HVDC systems. These are used across the HVDC system to protect valves against overcurrent and earth faults, as well as for harmonic measurement and filter supervision. Our department in Sweden consists of approximately 45 highly skilled engineers and managers, and we work in close collaboration with our design teams in India and China. Beyond project and tender execution, we play a key role in product development, lifecycle management, and technical support for upgrades and service projects. Your responsibilities Develop electrical design documentation for projects and tenders within HVDC and FACTS Review customer specifications and identify risks, deviations, and opportunities Perform calculations related to electrical stress, thermal performance, and losses Define control and protection requirements for semiconductor valves Perform valve simulations and analyze results Define test requirements according to internal and external standards Perform failure investigations and ensure safety in design Lead design reviews, technical forums, and customer trainings Collaborate closely with colleagues across disciplines and locations Your background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent Previous experience in a similar technical field is considered an advantage Good knowledge of engineering tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB, and Mathcad A strong interest in electrical and electronics engineering, combined with a positive and curious mindset You are an open-minded team player who enjoys problem-solving and continuous learning Fluency in English is required What we offer Collective agreement and secure employment conditions Flexible working hours Health care and wellness allowance Excellent career opportunities within Hitachi Energy in Sweden and globally Dedicated mentor to support you during onboarding Continuous training and development opportunities A diverse workplace with 70 nationalities represented in Sweden Supplementary compensation during parental leave Access to an employee benefits portal with thousands of discounts and offers Additional benefits may apply depending on the role More about us Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does this role sound like the right fit for you? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis—apply today. More information: Union representatives: Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, 46 107 38 29 86 Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, 46 107 38 21 85 Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, 46 107 38 70 43 For other questions, please contact Talent Partner Malin Johansson malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com. 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. 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