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Technical Solution Owner to HVDC Breaker

Hitachi
Swedenfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Apr 2025

About the role

Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0062330

Date Posted:

2024-10-14

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems. The HVDC market for large scale transmission and offshore wind is booming as an enabler for the global energy transitions. 

The team at HVDC Products are designing, manufacturing, testing, and managing the converter valves for HVDC and SVC applications. Hitachi Energy is looking for a Technical Solution Owner (TSO) with combined responsibility for two sub-systems of a new type of HVDC Breaker, the UDS and the MOSA. UDS is a drive system for an Ultra Fast Disconnector and MOSA is Metal Oxide Surge Arresters intended to dissipate the energy during current interruption.

How you’ll make an impact

  • You will work closely with the development team that is responsible for the hardware design for both the UDS – drive system and the MOSA.
  • Set and maintain requirements for the UDS and the MOSA in collaboration with the Technical Responsible (TR) for your products 
  • To keep the documentation and training material for the UDS and MOSA up to date
  • Support the tenders in selecting the appropriate solutions
  • Be aware and review TSA’s (Temporary Sales Approvals)
  • Coordinate routine tests and evaluate type tests
  • Support in resolving production issues, evaluating new suppliers, resolving quality issues
  • Approve changes of f ex process or supplier
  • Cost awareness of your products
  • Own and update map of lifecycle status of your products
  • Work closely together with the Technical Responsible (TR) for your products 

Your background 

  • You have a strong technical interest and a will to work with mixed tasks, both practical and theoretical
  • You are structured and have a great eye to details
  • You have the skill and strength to drive different kind of investigations from start to end.
  • You are communicative and outgoing, as the position requires interaction with a wide variety of stakeholders and functions
  • You have leadership experience and skills to thrive in a dynamic environment with technical challenges
  • You have a keen interest in hardware system design
  • You have experience and knowledge in HVDC and Drive Systems.
  • You have been working in production or with development.
  • You have a Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. 
  • You are fluent in English, both written and spoken. Swedish skills are a merit. 
  • Experiences aside, the most important aspect is your positive attitude. We are looking for you, who are self-motivated and curious, and thrive in a role where you can deepen your knowledge

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

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

   

Recruiting Manager Anna Holmberg, anna.holmberg@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107

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