Primary Project Engineer

2 days ago


Västerås, Västmanland, Sweden Hitachi Energy Full time

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Would you like to work on projects in the booming energy sector?

We are looking for a Project Engineer at Hitachi Energy, Grid Integration business. This role can be located anywhere in Sweden (remote working), depending on the experience of the selected candidate. The preferred location, however, is close to Västerås.

The business line designs and delivers complete substations for distribution and transmission grids. In close co-operation with customers and other Hitachi Energy teams, we deliver solutions to many segments, like renewables, battery energy storages, data centers, industry, utilities, and the green hydrogen sector. We are offering an interesting position in an international project environment and various development possibilities in the areas of design and engineering, research, and development.

Since the work is conducted in projects, with every case being unique, your role will be very varying, such as responsibility for all activities related to substation primary (high voltage systems) design, which includes everything from base design to final delivery. Examples of daily activities are developing design drawings, generating basic documents for construction, and performing engineering calculations. At Hitachi Energy, you will have the opportunity to test your engineering skills in various types of projects, both in Sweden and abroad.

Your Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review, or oversee, substation documents such as switchyard layout, cable routing, earthing, and installation drawings.
  • Ensure that the high-voltage systems are designed and executed according to the given specifications and regulations.
  • Participate in installation supervision at site or provide support to site team from office.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project integration and successful outcomes in an international project environment.
  • Live core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Your background
  • B.Sc. or M.Sc. in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering and previous experience on high voltage power systems, substations, or MV/HV switchgears.
  • Basic knowledge of applicable standards (EN, IEC).
  • Good verbal and written skills in Swedish and English.
  • Knowledge in CAD tools, e.g. Revit, is preferable.
  • Ability to clearly communicate internally and with customers in order to successfully collaborate, coordinate, and resolve project-related activities and issues.
  • Ability to make things happen and willingness to enter into international projects.
  • Travel is required; up to 10% both domestic and international.
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 the onboarding phase
  • Various training 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.

Ready for a new exciting challenge? We will initiate interviews as candidates apply, and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found

For more information about this role, please contact Juha-Matti Huhtanen, Engineering Manager (Primary), tel. +358 50 33 41145 or Anna-Karin Karlsson, Head of Engineering, anna-karin.karlsson@hitachienergy.com. Union representatives - Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; 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. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Håkan Kempel, hakan.kempel@hitachienergy.com.

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Location: Västerås, Västmanland County, Sweden
Job type: Full time
Experience: Experienced
Job function: Engineering & Science
Contract: Regular
Publication date: 2024-11-14
Reference number: R0053623

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