The opportunity

We are looking for an engaging and driven person who wants to grow together with their team and the company. You will be responsible for managing our Tender & Conceptual Design team within the HVDC Control & Protection Software area. The team plays a crucial role in the early phases of HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) projects on a global scale.

“Be the leader who shapes tomorrow. At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just advancing technology—we’re advancing people. Join us to lead a high-impact team, drive innovation, and champion inclusive leadership in the energy sector." – Elmira Birkehag, Manager Systems – HVDC Control & Protection Software.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead with purpose: Be a role model for your team by living Hitachi Energy’s Leadership Pillars – living our vision, fostering collaboration, delivering promises, and nurturing talent.
• Empower your team: Manage a team of engineers focused on delivering innovative and competitive technical solutions for HVDC tenders and early-phase projects. Their work lays the foundation for successful project execution by ensuring that the Control and Protection Software is well-conceived from the start.
• Plan for future: Shape team composition, individual development, and competencies to meet evolving business needs.
• Communicate progress: Report activities, progress, and risks to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Drive strategic initiatives: Adapt and implement HVDC Control & Protection Software strategies and align with your team’s goals and the company’s vision.
• Ensure excellence: Develop, document, and monitor work processes to ensure your team delivers high-quality results.

Your background

• Passion for leadership: You have a genuine interest in empowering individuals and care for team growth. Experience as a people manager is a strong advantage.
• Technology focus: You balance a passion for leadership with a strong interest in technology. Knowledge or previous experience in HVDC Control & Protection Software products is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Strong communication skills: You are engaging, articulate, and adept at using digital tools to collaborate effectively across global teams.
• Problem-solving mindset: You are curious and open to new ideas, continuously improving processes and work methods in a proactive way to enhance outcomes.
• Accountability: You manage deadlines, budgets, and risk with a strong sense of responsibility, making decisions confidently when needed.
• Global perspective: Fluency in English is required to work effectively in an international setting. Swedish language skills are a bonus but not a requirement.

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 a new exciting 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 Elmira Birkehag 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 Fredrik Söder, fredrik.soder@hitachienergy.com