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We are now looking for an experienced HVDC Protection Project Engineer to join our global HVDC team in Ludvika. In this role, you will play a key part in designing, implementing, and testing advanced protection systems that enable reliable and efficient transmission of electricity across the world. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver innovative HVDC solutions that support grid stability and sustainable energy development.\nHow You'll Make an Impact\nLead and contribute to the specification, design, and engineering of HVDC protection systems for global projects.\nPerform protection studies including fault calculations, relay coordination, and stability analyses for HVDC converter stations and transmission systems.\nDevelop and review protection philosophies, functional design specifications, logic diagrams, and test procedures.\nConfigure, verify, and validate protection schemes to ensure reliable system performance and compliance with project requirements.\nExecute and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for protection equipment and systems.\nProvide technical expertise during commissioning and post-commissioning phases, supporting successful project delivery.\nCollaborate closely with project teams, customers, suppliers, and engineering disciplines to resolve technical challenges and optimize solutions.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives, share knowledge, and mentor less experienced engineers within the organization.\nYour Background\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.\nMinimum 5-7 years of experience in protection engineering, preferably within HVDC, FACTS, or power transmission systems.\nStrong knowledge of HVDC and high voltage substation protection and control systems, including design, configuration, testing, and commissioning of protection schemes for transmission and distribution networks.\nExperience with Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) settings, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.\nProficiency in power system analysis tools such as PSCAD, PSS®E, or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.\nKnowledge of international standards and communication protocols.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in global, multidisciplinary teams.\nYou are a team oriented and curious person who thrives in a fast paced environment. \nFluent in English, both written and spoken.\nMore about us\nWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.\nOur benefits offering for our roles generally includes:\nCollective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)\nGroup life insurance and additional insurances.\nFlex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank\nHybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)\nHealth care and wellness allowance\nHealth insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)\nPsychological support program\nSupplementary compensation for parental leave\nVarious trainings and education supporting employee development \nInternal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally\nEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks\nThe benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.\nAre you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay - apply today! 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 Julia Wiklund, \nAccessibility and reasonable accommodation\nQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing ageneral inquiry formon our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.\n\nThis is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.\n\nUse of Al and automated tools in recruitment\nAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well asHitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.\nBackground Screening and Security Checks\nAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.\nFor certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. 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