Location:Landskrona, Skane County, SwedenJob ID: R0119441Date Posted:2026-05-21Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAt Hitachi Energy Cooling Systems, we have global responsibility for the development and manufacturing of cooling systems for power electronics and power transmission applications. Our solutions contribute to safe and reliable operation, with customer focus and quality at the core of everything we do.Driven by the rapidly growing global demand for electricity, our business continues to expand, and we are now looking to strengthen our Electrical &amp; Automation team in Landskrona. This is an opportunity to join a global organization focused on delivering advanced cooling systems for critical energy infrastructure.As a Project Engineer – Electrical &amp; Automation, you will take technical responsibility for electrical and automation solutions in assigned customer projects. You will work close to customers, internal engineering teams, and production, translating customer requirements into robust and compliant design solutions. While you do not have formal personnel responsibility, you will lead the electrical scope in your projects and coordinate others in the delivery. As our production is located in Landskrona, the role is primarily on‑site, with some flexibility for remote work.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Take technical ownership of electrical and automation scope in assigned projects, ensuring delivery according to time, budget, and quality requirements.</li><li>Verify that the electrical design is in accordance with customer specifications, including component selection and solution review.</li><li>Design automation cabinets, low‑voltage motor control centres (MCC), and junction boxes (typical voltages: 208/400/480/690 VAC and 24–220 VDC).</li><li>Create and work according to quality documentation such as process maps, work instructions, functional descriptions, and guidelines.</li><li>Prepare technical specifications for suppliers and manage articles and Bills of Material (BOM) in SAP.</li><li>Support factory testing, FAT, supplier evaluations, and commissioning activities (SAT), including occasional travel.</li><li>Provide after‑sales technical support through troubleshooting and solution development when needed.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Solid experience in electrical design and automation within relevant industries such as machine manufacturing, process industry, or water and treatment plants.</li><li>Post‑secondary technical education or equivalent professional experience as an electrical designer, project engineer, lead engineer, or similar role.</li><li>Proven ability to independently design automation cabinets and motor control systems or other low voltage cabinets using Elprocad or similar electrical CAD tools.</li><li>Experience working with redundant and high‑availability solutions (e.g. S2, R1, R2 concepts).</li><li>Good knowledge of applicable standards and regulations such as the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), IEC 61439, IEC 61000‑6‑2 / IEC 61000‑6‑4, and CE certification.</li><li>Strong proficiency in technical English, both written and spoken; Swedish language skills are considered a strong advantage.</li><li>A structured, communicative, and collaborative mindset, with the ability to take responsibility and lead technical work within projects.</li></ul>Meriting experience<ul><li>Experience with design according to UL / CSA standards.</li><li>Practical experience with electrical cabinet assembly or automation installation.</li><li>Experience with PLC, DCS, RTU, IPC, or HMI programming or configuration.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>Collective agreement</li><li>Flexible working time</li><li>Health care and wellness allowance</li><li>Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally</li><li>Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase</li><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development</li><li>Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden</li><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave</li><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks  </li></ul>More about usDoes the role sound interesting and relevant? Apply today, We review applications on an ongoing basis.Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Senad Dizdar, +46 (72) 2303665; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Claudiu Pop, +46 (10) 7386870. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Malin Johansson, <a href="mailto:malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com">malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com</a>Due to summer vacations, the screening and selection process will begin in mid-August. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this period.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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 a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs 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 as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs 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.For 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. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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Project Engineer – Electrical & Automation

Location:Landskrona, Skane County, SwedenJob ID: R0119441Date Posted:2026-05-21Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAt Hitachi Energy Cooling Systems, we have global responsibility for the development and manufacturing of cooling systems for power electronics and power transmission applications. Our solutions contribute to safe and reliable operation, with customer focus and quality at the core of everything we do.Driven by the rapidly growing global demand for electricity, our business continues to expand, and we are now looking to strengthen our Electrical &amp; Automation team in Landskrona. This is an opportunity to join a global organization focused on delivering advanced cooling systems for critical energy infrastructure.As a Project Engineer – Electrical &amp; Automation, you will take technical responsibility for electrical and automation solutions in assigned customer projects. You will work close to customers, internal engineering teams, and production, translating customer requirements into robust and compliant design solutions. While you do not have formal personnel responsibility, you will lead the electrical scope in your projects and coordinate others in the delivery. As our production is located in Landskrona, the role is primarily on‑site, with some flexibility for remote work.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Take technical ownership of electrical and automation scope in assigned projects, ensuring delivery according to time, budget, and quality requirements.</li><li>Verify that the electrical design is in accordance with customer specifications, including component selection and solution review.</li><li>Design automation cabinets, low‑voltage motor control centres (MCC), and junction boxes (typical voltages: 208/400/480/690 VAC and 24–220 VDC).</li><li>Create and work according to quality documentation such as process maps, work instructions, functional descriptions, and guidelines.</li><li>Prepare technical specifications for suppliers and manage articles and Bills of Material (BOM) in SAP.</li><li>Support factory testing, FAT, supplier evaluations, and commissioning activities (SAT), including occasional travel.</li><li>Provide after‑sales technical support through troubleshooting and solution development when needed.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Solid experience in electrical design and automation within relevant industries such as machine manufacturing, process industry, or water and treatment plants.</li><li>Post‑secondary technical education or equivalent professional experience as an electrical designer, project engineer, lead engineer, or similar role.</li><li>Proven ability to independently design automation cabinets and motor control systems or other low voltage cabinets using Elprocad or similar electrical CAD tools.</li><li>Experience working with redundant and high‑availability solutions (e.g. S2, R1, R2 concepts).</li><li>Good knowledge of applicable standards and regulations such as the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), IEC 61439, IEC 61000‑6‑2 / IEC 61000‑6‑4, and CE certification.</li><li>Strong proficiency in technical English, both written and spoken; Swedish language skills are considered a strong advantage.</li><li>A structured, communicative, and collaborative mindset, with the ability to take responsibility and lead technical work within projects.</li></ul>Meriting experience<ul><li>Experience with design according to UL / CSA standards.</li><li>Practical experience with electrical cabinet assembly or automation installation.</li><li>Experience with PLC, DCS, RTU, IPC, or HMI programming or configuration.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>Collective agreement</li><li>Flexible working time</li><li>Health care and wellness allowance</li><li>Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally</li><li>Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase</li><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development</li><li>Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden</li><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave</li><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks  </li></ul>More about usDoes the role sound interesting and relevant? Apply today, We review applications on an ongoing basis.Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Senad Dizdar, +46 (72) 2303665; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Claudiu Pop, +46 (10) 7386870. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Malin Johansson, <a href="mailto:malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com">malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com</a>Due to summer vacations, the screening and selection process will begin in mid-August. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this period.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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 a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs 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 as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs 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.For 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. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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