Are you passionate about technology and innovation? We are looking for a
Senior R&D Engineer
to join our Global Power Electronics R&D team within the
High Voltage business unit
at
Hitachi Energy
. You will be a part of the Technology Centre - Power & Industry Components located in
Västerås, Sweden or Jumet, Belgium
.
As part of our international and cross-functional team—comprising experienced experts and emerging talents—you will play a key role in developing next-generation power electronic products. Innovation is at the core of Hitachi Energy, and our Technology Centers are constantly pushing boundaries to enable a
sustainable energy future for all
.
We are responsible for developing power electronic converter platforms and products (ranging from 30 kW to 2 MW) that address power quality challenges in the low-voltage market, including
active harmonic filtering, voltage and power factor control, and battery storage solutions
.
How You'll Make An Impact
* Lead the development and implementation of digital closed-loop control systems for new converter platforms.
* Contribute to the end-to-end design process: from concept and simulation to circuit, and control system design, prototyping, and product verification.
* Collaborate on the development of hardware control circuitry and define control system limits.
* Perform modeling and simulation of power converters and define optimal control strategies for various converter topologies and control functions.
* Lead R&D projects or work packages with a structured, results-driven approach; document outcomes in technical reports, presentations, patents, or publications.
* Contribute to innovation by proposing new R&D initiatives and support with R&D process improvements.
* Support global R&D teams in delivering high-quality results, while fostering knowledge sharing. Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
* Uphold Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility while caring for others and the business.
Your Background
* M.Sc., Ph.D. or Post-doc in Power Electronics, with relevant experience in converter & control system development.
* Strong skills in both static and dynamic modeling of power electronic inverters.
* Proficient in modern control theory and its application to power electronic systems.
* Expertise in embedded systems and digital control implementation using DSPs and FPGAs.
* Hands-on experience in building and testing power electronic converter systems, ideally with SiC-based designs.
* Knowledge of grid codes, power systems, electromagnetic modeling, and EMI/EMC is an advantage.
* Experience with power semiconductors is a plus.
* Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
* Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn new technologies.
* Strong collaboration and communication skills with a solution-oriented mindset
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
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Don't delay apply today.
Recruiting manager Aravind Mohanaveeramani, , will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives -Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, ; Unionen: Michael Fosselius, ; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, Any other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Tobias Nilsson,
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.