Software Engineer for HVDC Control and Protection Software

Location:
Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:
R0131066

Date Posted:
2026-06-26

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

The opportunity

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

Do you want to enable green energy transition, and together with colleagues build customized embedded control systems consisting of both software and hardware to meet our customers' and the world's needs for sustainable, flexible, and secure energy?

We are convinced that HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) technology, solutions for energy transfer with direct current at high voltages, is a long-term sustainable solution. The technology is used for energy transmission over long distances and to connect electricity networks with minimal losses. In addition to energy transfer, HVDC technology also alleviates electricity quality problems and can contribute to the stabilization of connected power grids. For offshore wind power or long-distance underwater transmissions, direct current is the only realistic energy transmission alternative.

In this role as a Software Engineer at Hitachi Energy you will be a part of a Global HVDC Control & Protection Software team. Our team is responsible for Converter Control, Protection, System Solutions, Sequence & Interlocking, System Supervision & System Communication, Auxiliary Power Systems and Simulation & Verification. We have interfaces towards other domains within Control & Protection, IT/OT, Hardware and Operations.

The need for Engineers within our area is increasing and we are therefore looking for You to join our team.This is a hybrid role which means that much of the work can be done remotely, when applicable, and agreed, with the hiring manager.

How you'll make an impact

• To work on the maintenance and development of the control and protection code library which is used in HVDC projects.

• To be involved in the testing of code changes.

• To have a sense of responsibility and ownership, being capable of planning and organizing your daily work.

• To be a problem solver who takes initiatives to solve challenges together with stakeholders.

• You are living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree within a relevant field, for example Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, High Voltage, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering.

• You have work proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Additional languages, such as Swedish are an advantage.

• You have an interest or experience within software development and programming.

• You have an interest or experience in digital control technology and signal processing.

• You have an interest or experience from the electric power industry.

What we offer

• Collective agreement

• Flexible working time

• Health care and wellness allowance

• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally

• Mentor support during onboarding

• Various trainings and education supporting employee development

• A diverse company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden

• Supplementary compensation for parental leave

• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

• Additional benefits may apply to this specific role

More about us

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!

Please note that we are hiring for multiple positions.

Recruiting Manager Richard Prendiville, richard.prendiville@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, + 46 107 38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107 38 21 85. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Magnus Rönnholm, magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com.

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