Scientist in High-Voltage Physics

Location:

Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0085984

Date Posted:

2025-04-15

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity
For our research center in Västerås, Sweden we are looking for a Scientist to work with electrical insulation technology in our High-Voltage (HV) Physics team. You will join our team to develop future generations of HV products and systems, with access to advanced laboratory facilities and simulation infrastructure

If you have scientific or technical expertise as well as drive and passion, then we are looking forward to your application. You will become part of a company-wide research community that will shape and help you to develop your career in the global organization of Hitachi Energy.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop and validate HV insulation technologies for the next and next-next generation of HV devices and systems so that they can be integrated into the green power systems of the future
• Lead R&D projects with participants from throughout our global research community, with structured and target-oriented working styles
• Develop physical understanding and carry out modelling of insulation systems using e.g. electromagnetic or advanced multi-physics simulations
• Take active part in the planning and analysis of experiential work including the possibility to participate or lead experimental work in the high-voltage laboratories.
• Create ideas and proposals for new R&D projects together with your colleagues
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and other external partners when needed
• Document results in the form of technical reports, presentations, patents, or publications

Your background

• You have a background in physics and/or electrotechnology. You hold a PhD. Or you hold an MSc combined with relevant working experience.
• You have the ability and interest to work as a technical project leader coordinating the activities of colleagues globally
• You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with others to achieve great results.
• You have good communication skills and are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• It is a bonus if you have working experience in high-voltage Physics, in particular the design of high voltage apparatus/equipment and their function and integration in electrical transmission and distribution networks.

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? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Recruiting Manager Andrew Maxwell, andrew.maxwell@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jonas Hedberg, +46 (10) 7380775. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com

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