Location:Pitea, Norrbotten County, SwedenJob ID: R0135354Date Posted:2026-07-09Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Legal, Compliance &amp; AuditJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Hitachi Energy is looking for an Environmental Specialist to join the Composites team in Piteå. Composites is part of the Transformers business unit, where we develop and manufacture market-leading composite insulators for high-voltage and ultra-high-voltage equipment. Our customers are located all over the world, both within and outside Hitachi.As an Environmental Specialist at Composites, your primary responsibility will be to ensure compliance with internal and external policies and regulations, as well as ensuring that our operations meet applicable legal requirements, as we operate an environmentally hazardous business. In this position, you will play an important role in developing environmental initiatives to support the company’s sustainability efforts and further develop our work related to ISO 14001. You will also be responsible for reporting on the development and progress of your department.At Composites, you will be welcomed into a diverse team where we encourage one another to share and develop our knowledge and expertise. We are interested in learning more about you and what you can contribute, so do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.Your Responsibilities<ul><li>Be responsible for monitoring the business’s environmental permits, activities subject to notification requirements, and ensuring compliance with the Environmental Code and other relevant regulatory requirements.</li><li>Act as the company’s point of contact with supervisory authorities, municipalities, and other external stakeholders regarding environmental matters.</li><li>Drive and coordinate the reporting of environmental data, key performance indicators, and mandatory reports to internal systems and authorities.</li><li>Lead and support work related to chemical management, chemical risk assessments, and ensure compliance with internal requirements and applicable legislation.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and improve the business’s environmental management system in accordance with ISO 14001, ensuring that processes and routines are fit for purpose and followed.</li><li>Drive improvement initiatives in areas such as waste management, resource efficiency, emission reduction, and sustainable production.</li><li>Train and coach managers and employees in environmental requirements, environmental risks, and sustainable ways of working.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>University education in environmental studies or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience.</li><li>Experience working with environmental compliance, ISO standards, sustainability, hazardous waste, and chemicals.</li><li>Experience driving and coordinating processes related to environmental matters.</li><li>Good understanding of incident management, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Ability to coach, train, and support managers and employees in environmental matters.</li><li>Fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Collective bargaining agreement</li><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Wellness allowance</li><li>Excellent career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally</li><li>A mentor to support you during the onboarding phase</li><li>Various training and professional development opportunities</li><li>A diverse workplace with more than 70 nationalities represented in Sweden</li><li>Additional compensation during parental leave</li><li>Benefits portal with thousands of discounts and offers</li></ul>If you are passionate about environmental and sustainability issues, we welcome you to submit your application today!Applications will be reviewed starting from Week 34.Hiring Manager Jonas Holmgren, jonas.holmgren@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions about the position.Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Marcus Nordlund-Oja, +46 107-38 31 93; Unionen: Per Lidman, +46 107-38 98 66; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 76 109 20 60.For all other questions, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Elina Mannelqvist, elina.mannelqvist@hitachienergy.com.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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Environmental Specialist

Location:Pitea, Norrbotten County, SwedenJob ID: R0135354Date Posted:2026-07-09Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Legal, Compliance &amp; AuditJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Hitachi Energy is looking for an Environmental Specialist to join the Composites team in Piteå. Composites is part of the Transformers business unit, where we develop and manufacture market-leading composite insulators for high-voltage and ultra-high-voltage equipment. Our customers are located all over the world, both within and outside Hitachi.As an Environmental Specialist at Composites, your primary responsibility will be to ensure compliance with internal and external policies and regulations, as well as ensuring that our operations meet applicable legal requirements, as we operate an environmentally hazardous business. In this position, you will play an important role in developing environmental initiatives to support the company’s sustainability efforts and further develop our work related to ISO 14001. You will also be responsible for reporting on the development and progress of your department.At Composites, you will be welcomed into a diverse team where we encourage one another to share and develop our knowledge and expertise. We are interested in learning more about you and what you can contribute, so do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.Your Responsibilities<ul><li>Be responsible for monitoring the business’s environmental permits, activities subject to notification requirements, and ensuring compliance with the Environmental Code and other relevant regulatory requirements.</li><li>Act as the company’s point of contact with supervisory authorities, municipalities, and other external stakeholders regarding environmental matters.</li><li>Drive and coordinate the reporting of environmental data, key performance indicators, and mandatory reports to internal systems and authorities.</li><li>Lead and support work related to chemical management, chemical risk assessments, and ensure compliance with internal requirements and applicable legislation.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and improve the business’s environmental management system in accordance with ISO 14001, ensuring that processes and routines are fit for purpose and followed.</li><li>Drive improvement initiatives in areas such as waste management, resource efficiency, emission reduction, and sustainable production.</li><li>Train and coach managers and employees in environmental requirements, environmental risks, and sustainable ways of working.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>University education in environmental studies or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience.</li><li>Experience working with environmental compliance, ISO standards, sustainability, hazardous waste, and chemicals.</li><li>Experience driving and coordinating processes related to environmental matters.</li><li>Good understanding of incident management, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Ability to coach, train, and support managers and employees in environmental matters.</li><li>Fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Collective bargaining agreement</li><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Wellness allowance</li><li>Excellent career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally</li><li>A mentor to support you during the onboarding phase</li><li>Various training and professional development opportunities</li><li>A diverse workplace with more than 70 nationalities represented in Sweden</li><li>Additional compensation during parental leave</li><li>Benefits portal with thousands of discounts and offers</li></ul>If you are passionate about environmental and sustainability issues, we welcome you to submit your application today!Applications will be reviewed starting from Week 34.Hiring Manager Jonas Holmgren, jonas.holmgren@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions about the position.Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Marcus Nordlund-Oja, +46 107-38 31 93; Unionen: Per Lidman, +46 107-38 98 66; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 76 109 20 60.For all other questions, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Elina Mannelqvist, elina.mannelqvist@hitachienergy.com.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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