Team Manager - HVDC Control & Protection Hardware

Location:
Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:
R0134744

Date Posted:
2026-08-10

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Seize the opportunity to become part of the backbone of our Hardware design organization as Team Manager within HVDC Control & Protection. We are looking for an engaging, driven, and people-focused leader who wants to grow together with the team and our company.

In this role you will lead a team of Hardware design engineers, designing and delivering of control and protection cubical electrical design that will be used in HVDC Control & Protection projects across the globe.

We are seeking an manager who can lead a high-performing team in a demanding environment, with strong expectations on delivery, quality, and long-term sustainability of our base solutions. You will combine leadership, technical understanding, and strategic thinking to support continuous improvement while developing and empowering your team.

How you'll make an impact

• Be a positive role model for your team and beyond by living Hitachi Energy's Leadership Pillars as a leader which means live our vision, work together, deliver promises, and develop people.
• Lead a skilled control cubical design team with a focus to develop the team and individuals as well as creating a compelling vision ahead together with the Hardware management team
• Adapting and implementing HVDC Control & Protection strategic initiatives to fit your team, in order to achieve business alignment.
• Plan team composition, individual development and competences needed to meet business needs, in alignment with internal stakeholders and customers.
• To ensure quality output, you will take ownership of developing and documenting the team's work processes and monitor process adherence as well as leading continuous improvement efforts
• Responsible for reporting progress, team activities and potential risks to Global Manager HVDC Control & Protection Hardware

Your background

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or similar background
• You will manage a senior team of 20 engineers and previous experience as a people manager is a great advantage.
• You can easily empathize with people within the team as well as inside the organization, as you operate in a cross functional environment.
• You are curious and open to new ideas, continuously improving processes and work methods in a proactive way to enhance outcomes.
• You manage deadlines, budgets, and risk with a strong sense of responsibility, making decisions confidently when needed.
• You enjoy communicating and collaborating with various of people in your work
• You are a natural problem solver who enjoys meeting new challenges
• As you will be part of a company that operates on the global arena, it is important that you are fluent in English. Swedish or other languages are meritorious.

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
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More About Us
This role and recruitment process will be subject to a background check.

Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy. Do you want to be a part of our journey? Then take the chance and apply today!

Recruiting Manager: Andres Veskimeister, andres.veskimeister@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. 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. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Magnus Rönnholm, magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com.

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